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title: "Supply of a Direct Metal Laser Sintering (DMLS) Additive Manufacturing (AM) System"
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# Supply of a Direct Metal Laser Sintering (DMLS) Additive Manufacturing (AM) System

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF EXETER  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-16314991-6de8-46d1-83d9-83d1e0c82a55

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## Summary

The University of Exeter is seeking suppliers for the "Supply of a Direct Metal Laser Sintering (DMLS) Additive Manufacturing (AM) System". This procurement falls under the goods category, specifically focusing on machine tools operated by lasers, and is based in the South West of the United Kingdom. The procurement is currently in the Tender stage, with a deadline for submissions set for 4th January 2017. This opportunity is part of a project funded by the China Academy of Launching Vehicle Technology and involves a contract period beginning on 23rd January 2017 and ending on 22nd January 2022.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in advanced manufacturing technologies, particularly those involved in additive manufacturing and laser sintering. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to participate, as the open procurement method aims to foster competitive bidding. Companies that can supply high-quality machinery and support in the aerospace sector will find this a beneficial avenue for growth.

## Notice

The College of Engineering, Mathematics and Physical Sciences at the University of Exeter require a direct metal laser sintering (DMLS) additive manufacturing (AM) system for the Advanced Aerospace Structure Manufacturing Technology Laboratory. This laboratory is funded by China Academy of Launching vehicle Technology (CALT).

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c154966f-44c4-4c2f-913b-16338cc18fe3 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 3 Dec 2016 |
| Submission deadline | 4 Jan 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 23 Jan 2017 - 22 Jan 2022 |
| 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 EXETER |
| Locality | EXETER |
| Post town | Exeter |
| Postcode | EX4 4QJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK4 Devon |
| ITL 3 | TLK43 Devon CC |
| Local authority | Exeter |
| Electoral ward | Duryard and St James |
| Westminster constituency | Exeter |
| Delivery location | TLK South West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 42 - Industrial machinery

### Codes

- 42610000 - Machine tools operated by laser and machining centres

## Release History

- 3 Dec 2016 at 13:39 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c154966f-44c4-4c2f-913b-16338cc18fe3

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c154966f-44c4-4c2f-913b-16338cc18fe3
  3rd December 2016 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/respondToList.html?noticeId=229587686
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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