--- title: "Tender for the Provision of an Extra-Large Scale Robotic arm 3D printer for the ERDF Manchester Fuel Cell Innovation Centre (MFCIC)" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-2f8d8dbf-7709-4a1c-bbb7-acf6101249d1" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-2f8d8dbf-7709-4a1c-bbb7-acf6101249d1" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-2f8d8dbf-7709-4a1c-bbb7-acf6101249d1.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-2f8d8dbf-7709-4a1c-bbb7-acf6101249d1.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "MANCHESTER METROPOLITAN UNIVERSITY" published: "2017-12-01" --- # Tender for the Provision of an Extra-Large Scale Robotic arm 3D printer for the ERDF Manchester Fuel Cell Innovation Centre (MFCIC) Buyer: MANCHESTER METROPOLITAN UNIVERSITY Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-2f8d8dbf-7709-4a1c-bbb7-acf6101249d1 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-2f8d8dbf-7709-4a1c-bbb7-acf6101249d1) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-2f8d8dbf-7709-4a1c-bbb7-acf6101249d1.json) ## Summary Manchester Metropolitan University is seeking tenders for the provision of an extra-large scale robotic arm 3D printer for the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) Manchester Fuel Cell Innovation Centre (MFCIC). The tender, which falls under the goods category, is currently at the planning stage and is open for submissions until 12:00 noon on 8th December 2017. The contract period is projected to commence on 5th January 2018 and conclude on 5th January 2021. Interested suppliers are required to submit their proposals electronically via the University's e-tendering system, In-Tend, accessible at the specified portal. This opportunity presents an excellent potential for businesses specialising in advanced manufacturing, particularly those with expertise in 3D printing, robotic systems, and fuel cell technologies. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that can provide bespoke solutions or existing high-end products are well-suited to compete for this contract, benefiting from the growing demand for innovative technologies in the energy sector. Companies with experience in working with educational or research institutions may find additional advantages in aligning with the university's requirements for training and research applications. ## 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. One lot is required for purchase: MMU requires a 3D printer capable of printing industrial scale objects from a variety of plastics and advanced composites linked to the MFCIC. 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 industrial scale 6 axis robotic arm and one or more print heads that are capable of large scale printing of pellet feedstock integrated into a single system by the supplier. 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 8th December 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/52e490b4-c83b-42d2-a63f-69c7c7fc3f2b | | 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 | 1 Dec 2017 | | Submission deadline | 8 Dec 2017 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 5 Jan 2018 - 5 Jan 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 | 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 - 1 Dec 2017 at 10:19 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/52e490b4-c83b-42d2-a63f-69c7c7fc3f2b - 1 Dec 2017 at 10:19 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/52e490b4-c83b-42d2-a63f-69c7c7fc3f2b - 30 Nov 2017 at 15:25 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/52e490b4-c83b-42d2-a63f-69c7c7fc3f2b - 9 Nov 2017 at 13:11 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/52e490b4-c83b-42d2-a63f-69c7c7fc3f2b - 1 Nov 2017 at 14:04 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/52e490b4-c83b-42d2-a63f-69c7c7fc3f2b ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/52e490b4-c83b-42d2-a63f-69c7c7fc3f2b 1st December 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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