--- title: "The Provision of a 3D Robotic Arm Printer and Automated Screen- Printer for the ERDF Manchester Fuel Cell Innovation Centre (MFCIC)" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-0d43d007-665d-4483-8eeb-3f1b670bd06d" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-0d43d007-665d-4483-8eeb-3f1b670bd06d" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-0d43d007-665d-4483-8eeb-3f1b670bd06d.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-0d43d007-665d-4483-8eeb-3f1b670bd06d.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "MANCHESTER METROPOLITAN UNIVERSITY" published: "2017-10-18" --- # The Provision of a 3D Robotic Arm Printer and Automated Screen- Printer for the ERDF Manchester Fuel Cell Innovation Centre (MFCIC) Buyer: MANCHESTER METROPOLITAN UNIVERSITY Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-0d43d007-665d-4483-8eeb-3f1b670bd06d [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-0d43d007-665d-4483-8eeb-3f1b670bd06d) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-0d43d007-665d-4483-8eeb-3f1b670bd06d.json) ## Summary The procurement process involves Manchester Metropolitan University, which is seeking to acquire a 3D Robotic Arm Printer and Automated Screen-Printer for the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) Manchester Fuel Cell Innovation Centre. The procurement is categorised under 'Fuel cells' and is currently at the Tender stage. Interested suppliers must submit their tenders electronically by 12:00 noon on Friday 17th November 2017, with the contract period expected to commence on 15th December 2017 and last until 15th December 2020. The procurement method is an open procedure, allowing for broad participation, and the items will be delivered to an address in M15 6BH, North West England. This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in advanced manufacturing and 3D printing technologies, particularly those capable of customising equipment to meet precise specifications. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in developing high-precision printing solutions and associated scientific installations would be well-positioned to compete for this contract. The successful bidder will not only enhance their profile by collaborating with a reputable university but also gain valuable experience in the fuel cell technology sector. ## Notice The focus of the MFCIC is advanced materials for fuel cells. The University requires a suite of modular low power fuel cells units (PEM, SOFC, etc.) which can be used to test our materials and to conduct condition-monitoring experiments. A suite of cells and associated hydrogen generation facilities will also be required. These units will also be used in our teaching/training activities. A wide range of liquid and gaseous fuels can be reformed into hydrogen. Our activities in this field will include: I)exploring metallic and organic/inorganic catalyst materials produced via wet-chemical synthesis ii)bimetallic catalysts will also be explored where the active nanomaterial is immobilised onto "larger" micro materials which, results in greater surface areas but keep costs low; iii) exploring a range of mesoporous oxides as heterogeneous catalysts with varying compositions, surface structure and functionality towards clean-up efficiency iv)coating of identified catalysts onto a range of materials such as planar and 3D microstructures. A catalytic testing rig is required to measure the efficiency/effectiveness of our materials. Items to be purchased are in two separate Lots: Lot 1 - MMU requires a 3D printer capable of printing large objects from a variety of plastic filaments. This tender may be fulfilled with an existing product however it is anticipated that the printer may need to be a bespoke unit constructed from an 'off-the-shelf' robotic arm and one or more print heads that are integrated into a single system by the supplier. Lot 2 - MMU requires an automated high precision screen-printer for producing conductive surface. A complete screen-printing platform for quick, reliable and high precision with stencils and screens. Will be required to print fuel cell conducting anode and cathodes and highly accurate and reproducible electrochemical platforms. Additional information: In order to apply for this contract, suppliers must register themselves on the University's E-Tendering system, (In-tend). One electronic copy of your response is to be returned to the University via the In-Tend Supplier Portal: https://in-tendhost.co.uk/mmu/aspx/Home (The University's electronic tendering system) no later than 12:00 noon on Friday 17th November 2017. All tenders submitted, must be in English and contain all documents as outlined in the ITT in order to be considered for evaluation. Funding Type (WEFO or EU) : ERDF Funding Description European Regional Development Fund Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c843ffcf-7cc2-4cad-bccf-e32d24e22b55 | | 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 | 18 Oct 2017 | | Submission deadline | 17 Nov 2017 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 15 Dec 2017 - 15 Dec 2020 | | 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 | MANCHESTER METROPOLITAN UNIVERSITY | | Locality | LANCASHIRE | | Post town | Manchester | | Postcode | M15 6BH | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester | | ITL 3 | TLD33 Manchester | | Local authority | Manchester | | Electoral ward | Hulme | | Westminster constituency | Manchester Rusholme | | Delivery location | TLD North West (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting - 45 - Construction work ### Codes - 31122100 - Fuel cells - 45214630 - Scientific installations ## Release History - 18 Oct 2017 at 14:28 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c843ffcf-7cc2-4cad-bccf-e32d24e22b55 - 18 Oct 2017 at 10:40 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c843ffcf-7cc2-4cad-bccf-e32d24e22b55 - 18 Oct 2017 at 10:20 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c843ffcf-7cc2-4cad-bccf-e32d24e22b55 - 18 Oct 2017 at 10:08 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c843ffcf-7cc2-4cad-bccf-e32d24e22b55 - 18 Oct 2017 at 10:04 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c843ffcf-7cc2-4cad-bccf-e32d24e22b55 - 13 Oct 2017 at 11:15 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c843ffcf-7cc2-4cad-bccf-e32d24e22b55 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c843ffcf-7cc2-4cad-bccf-e32d24e22b55 18th October 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/mmu/aspx/ Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## Notice URLs - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/mmu/aspx/Home ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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