--- title: "2287/434/JT/NW/19 - Purchase of Laser Powder Bed Fusion System" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-0c6b3aab-a253-474a-af9d-105d2ac4f020" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-0c6b3aab-a253-474a-af9d-105d2ac4f020" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-0c6b3aab-a253-474a-af9d-105d2ac4f020.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-0c6b3aab-a253-474a-af9d-105d2ac4f020.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD" published: "2019-07-08" --- # 2287/434/JT/NW/19 - Purchase of Laser Powder Bed Fusion System Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-0c6b3aab-a253-474a-af9d-105d2ac4f020 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-0c6b3aab-a253-474a-af9d-105d2ac4f020) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-0c6b3aab-a253-474a-af9d-105d2ac4f020.json) ## Summary The University of Sheffield is currently conducting an open tender process for the purchase of a Laser Powder Bed Fusion System, designated as tender number 2287/434/JT/NW/19. This procurement falls within the industrial machinery industry category, specifically targeting sectors such as aerospace, medical, space, and automotive. Proposals must be submitted by 14th August 2019, and the equipment will be delivered to AMRC North West's facility in Preston, with final positioning scheduled for Q1 or Q2 2021. The procurement method employed is an open procedure in accordance with the Public Contracts Regulations 2015. This tender represents an excellent opportunity for businesses engaged in the supply of industrial machinery, particularly those specialising in laser technology and related tools. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as their capabilities may align well with the requirements of this procurement. Companies with expertise in providing and commissioning high-tech industrial equipment will find this tender particularly relevant to their growth prospects. ## Notice 2287/434/JT/NW/19 - Purchase of Laser Powder Bed Fusion System The University of Sheffield, AMRC North West wishes to invite tenders for the provision of a Laser Powder Bed Fusion System (L-PBF).The L-PBF will be used to manufacture prototype components for a range of applications for industries such as aerospace, medical, space and automotive. The L-PBF must be able to process reactive powders in a safe controlled machine environment. This procurement is an EU open procedure conducted in accordance with the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 The ITT can be downloaded by registering and expressing your interest on the University's e-tendering system https://in-tendhost.co.uk/Sheffield If you have any questions or comments in relation to this tender they must be submitted via the In-tend System, this can be accessed at https://in-tendhost.co.uk/Sheffield Completed tenders must be returned through the same e-tendering system. Additional information: All expressions of interest must be via the University of Sheffield e-tendering portal: https://www.in-tendhost.co.uk/Sheffield This is an open tender exercise. The ITT can be downloaded by registering and expressing your interest on the University's e-tendering system https://www.in-tendhost.co.uk/Sheffield Any queries regarding this Invitation to Tender should be submitted through the University's e tendering system https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sheffield via the Correspondence facility. Late tenders will not be considered. Delivery Notes The equipment is to be delivered, positioned and commissioned in the AMRC North West's interim facility in Preston (PR1 2UX) and then in Q1 or Q2 2021 in its final location in the AMRC North West new building at the Aerospace Enterprise Zone at Samlesbury. Further information can be found within the specification. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d39f7106-c151-42a5-9beb-8512f545e47e | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 8 Jul 2019 | | Submission deadline | 14 Aug 2019 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 3 Oct 2019 - 1 Mar 2021 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD | | Locality | ROTHERHAM | | Post town | Sheffield | | Postcode | S60 5TZ | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber | | ITL 2 | TLE3 South Yorkshire | | ITL 3 | TLE34 Rotherham | | Local authority | Rotherham | | Electoral ward | Rother Vale | | Westminster constituency | Rotherham | | Delivery location | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses) - 42 - Industrial machinery ### Codes - 38636110 - Industrial lasers - 42000000 - Industrial machinery - 42610000 - Machine tools operated by laser and machining centres - 42900000 - Miscellaneous general and special-purpose machinery ## Release History - 8 Jul 2019 at 12:57 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d39f7106-c151-42a5-9beb-8512f545e47e ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d39f7106-c151-42a5-9beb-8512f545e47e 8th July 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sheffield/aspx/ Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## Notice URLs - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/Sheffield - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sheffield - https://www.in-tendhost.co.uk/Sheffield ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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