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title: "Supply and Installation of a Hybrid Ultrasonic Assisted High Speed Machine Centre for the University of Birmingham (ESIF Funded)"
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# Supply and Installation of a Hybrid Ultrasonic Assisted High Speed Machine Centre for the University of Birmingham (ESIF Funded)

Buyer: THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-0b8b1752-7c60-44a5-80a2-2fc6025a501b

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## Summary

The University of Birmingham issued a tender for the "Supply and Installation of a Hybrid Ultrasonic Assisted High Speed Machine Centre," classified under the machinery industry category, with a total budget of £396,000. The procurement method selected was an open procedure, allowing wider participation above the threshold, and the contract period commenced on 7th August 2019, concluding on 31st January 2020. The tendering process officially closed on 20th June 2019, and the machine is intended to enhance high-impact manufacturing technologies to support local SMEs in the West Midlands.

This contract represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in high-speed machining and advanced manufacturing technologies to collaborate on innovative projects. Suppliers capable of delivering cutting-edge machine tools and those with expertise in developing partnerships for co-funded research and development initiatives will be particularly well-suited for this procurement. Engaging in this project can not only provide direct contract value but also contribute to long-term collaborations that support local economic growth and technological advancement in the region.

## Notice

This project is funded by the European Structural Investment Funds (ESIF) and the procurement is dependent on the final funding agreement. The University of Birmingham invited tenders to supply a Hybrid Ultrasound assisted high speed machining centre. The machine tool will form part of a physical demonstrator, i.e. facilities created as part of the ESIF project, which will be used to facilitate/support the take-up of high impact manufacturing technologies by the SMEs in West Midlands. In this context, the machine tool will be used to develop new applications for the technology in collaboration with technology providers and undertake feasibility studies and pilot projects top address the specific requirements of local SMEs. Therefore, it will be required as part of the project to build strong partnerships with the technology providers and define a joint co-funded R&D programme for the benefits of local businesses.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a3cd254d-f6aa-4201-b8b0-cc5c2c0e70ee |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 13 Aug 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 20 Jun 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 19 Jun 2019 |
| Contract period | 6 Aug 2019 - 31 Jan 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £396,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £396,000 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM |
| Locality | BIRMINGHAM |
| Post town | Birmingham |
| Postcode | B15 2TT |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG31 Birmingham |
| Local authority | Birmingham |
| Electoral ward | Edgbaston |
| Westminster constituency | Birmingham Edgbaston |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | DMG MORI |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 42 - Industrial machinery

### Codes

- 42610000 - Machine tools operated by laser and machining centres

## Release History

- 13 Aug 2019 at 12:05 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a3cd254d-f6aa-4201-b8b0-cc5c2c0e70ee

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a3cd254d-f6aa-4201-b8b0-cc5c2c0e70ee
  13th August 2019 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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