--- title: "1598/MAR Electron Beam Additive Manufacturing System" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-0ce6c4fc-219a-4908-975b-a19f1d32d301" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-0ce6c4fc-219a-4908-975b-a19f1d32d301" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-0ce6c4fc-219a-4908-975b-a19f1d32d301.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-0ce6c4fc-219a-4908-975b-a19f1d32d301.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD" published: "2017-01-26" --- # 1598/MAR Electron Beam Additive Manufacturing System Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-0ce6c4fc-219a-4908-975b-a19f1d32d301 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-0ce6c4fc-219a-4908-975b-a19f1d32d301) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-0ce6c4fc-219a-4908-975b-a19f1d32d301.json) ## Summary The University of Sheffield is inviting tenders for the acquisition of an Electron Beam Powder Bed Additive Manufacturing System, intended for materials research within the Department of Materials Science and Engineering. This procurement falls under the goods category and is classified under laboratory, optical, and precision equipment (excluding glasses). The tender process is currently in the active stage and follows an open procurement method, allowing all interested parties to participate. Interested suppliers must submit their bids by the deadline of 27th February 2017 at 12 noon (UK time), with the contract expected to start on 10th March 2017 and conclude by 1st September 2017. The delivery location is Sheffield, United Kingdom, with the postal code S10 2TN. This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the advanced manufacturing and technology sectors, particularly those specialising in additive manufacturing and precision machinery. Companies equipped to meet the technical specifications outlined in the tender documentation could benefit greatly from this contract, offering a pathway to enhance their portfolio and establish a relationship with a prominent educational institution. As this is an open exercise, any registered supplier can compete, making it an inclusive opportunity for both established firms and innovative startups in relevant fields. ## Notice The University of Sheffield is out to tender on behalf of the Department of Materials Science and Engineering for a Electron Beam Additive Manufacturing Sytem. Scope of Requirement: We are looking to procure an Electron Beam Powder Bed Additive Manufacturing System for metallic materials and manufacturing research purposes. The full technical specification can be found in the tender documentation which will be sent to you once you have expressed your interest. Tender Process and Documentation: This is a E.U. open exercise. 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. Closing date for receipt of tenders: 27th February 2017 at 12 noon (UK time). Additional information: This is a E.U. open exercise. The ITT can be downloaded by registering and expressing your interest on the University's e-tendering system https://in-tendhost.co.uk/Sheffield. Funding Type (WEFO or EU) : EU Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1ccd5b35-1633-4415-acf9-81f1a6cc429e | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 26 Jan 2017 | | Submission deadline | 27 Feb 2017 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 10 Mar 2017 - 1 Sep 2017 | | 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 | SHEFFIELD | | Post town | Sheffield | | Postcode | S10 2TN | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber | | ITL 2 | TLE3 South Yorkshire | | ITL 3 | TLE32 Sheffield | | Local authority | Sheffield | | Electoral ward | Broomhill and Sharrow Vale | | Westminster constituency | Sheffield Central | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses) ### Codes - 38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses) ## Release History - 26 Jan 2017 at 11:35 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1ccd5b35-1633-4415-acf9-81f1a6cc429e ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1ccd5b35-1633-4415-acf9-81f1a6cc429e 26th January 2017 - 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 ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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