This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

26 Mar 2018 at 01:00

Tender

20 Nov 2017 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Strathclyde is seeking to acquire a 5 Axis Composite Milling Machine Tool as part of an open tender process. This procurement falls within the education sector, specifically aimed at developing advanced machining processes in a research and development environment. The tender was officially initiated on November 20, 2017, with the submission deadline set for January 11, 2018, at 12:00 PM. The successful bidder will deliver the equipment to the Advanced Forming Research Centre located in Inchinnan, Renfrew.

This contract presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in advanced manufacturing technologies, particularly those with expertise in aerospace, automotive, and renewable energy sectors. Companies with proven track records in delivering high-precision machinery and compliance with stringent EU quality standards will be well-positioned to compete. Additionally, firms that can provide evidence of robust financial stability and relevant experience in similar procurement exercises are encouraged to participate in this tender, which emphasises a technical capability split of 70% in its evaluation criteria.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

5 Axis Composite Milling Machine Tool

Notice Description

The equipment will be used in the AFRC workshop area in the development of composites machining processes. The main purpose for this piece of equipment is to develop these machining processes across multiple sectors and commodity types, including, large free form aerospace, renewables and motor sport components. The machine will be used in a non-production, R and D environment, and will require a high level of accuracy, to meet industrial partners' and external customers' requirements.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The supplied system must comprise of all machine elements, inclusive of all necessary tanks, pumps, heat exchangers and control elements. Access to the work area and tooling will be required to allow measurement of key process variables during running of the machine. All oil for hydraulics, lubrication and coolants to enable the initial operation of the machine post-commissioning/handover must be included. Compliance with all relevant EU health and safety standards is mandatory and the equipment and any ancillaries must be CE approved. Please refer to Appendix M Guidance Notes for the ESPD in the General Attachments area on PCS-T for full details on the minimum technical and financial criteria for participating in this contract. Tenderers should note the criteria for Part 4C.1.2 Services in the ESPD, contained in the Qualification envelope of PCS-T,also detailed below. Bidders will be required to provide two examples that demonstrate that they have the relevant experience to deliver the services/supplies as described in Part II.2.4 of this OJEU Contract Notice.

Options: The University reserves the right to request additional deliveries by the Successful Tenderer either intended as partial replacement of supplies or installations or as the extension of existing supplies or installations. The University may at its sole discretion exercise this option.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000518516
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR314830
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

42 - Industrial machinery


CPV Codes

42600000 - Machine tools

42620000 - Lathes, boring and milling machine tools

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Mar 20188 years ago
Submission Deadline
11 Jan 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
26 Mar 20188 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
University of Strathclyde
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
GLASGOW
Postcode
G1 1QE
Postcode Area
Glasgow
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM3 West Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM32 Glasgow City
Delivery Location
TLM82 Glasgow City

Local Authority
Glasgow City
Electoral Ward
Anderston/City/Yorkhill
Westminster Constituency
Glasgow North East

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV301856
    5 Axis Composite Milling Machine Tool - The equipment will be used in the AFRC workshop area in the development of composites machining processes. The main purpose for this piece of equipment is to develop these machining processes across multiple sectors and commodity types, including, large free form aerospace, renewables and motor sport components. The machine will be used in a non-production, R and D environment, and will require a high level of accuracy, to meet industrial partners' and external customers' requirements.
  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR314830
    5 Axis Composite Milling Machine Tool - The equipment will be used in the AFRC workshop area in the development of composites machining processes. The main purpose for this piece of equipment is to develop these machining processes across multiple sectors and commodity types, including, large free form aerospace, renewables and motor sport components. The machine will be used in a non-production, R and D environment, and will require a high level of accuracy, to meet industrial partners' and external customers' requirements.

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

View full OCDS Record for this contracting process

JSON Markdown

The Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS) is a framework designed to increase transparency and access to public procurement data in the public sector. It is widely used by governments and organisations worldwide to report on procurement processes and contracts.

Loading OCDS record...