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title: "Flow Coating Pump & Operator Lance System - AWARD"
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# Flow Coating Pump & Operator Lance System - AWARD

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-3b0bc42d-0de1-46d1-b406-1f87ec4c9dd8

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## Summary

The University of Sheffield has awarded a contract for the purchase of a Flow Coating Pump & Operator Lance System on behalf of the Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre in Catcliffe, South Yorkshire. The procurement involved an open procedure under the Public Contracts Regulations 2015. The tender closing date was 23rd January 2024 at 12 noon (UK time). The contract period is from 9th February 2024 to 31st March 2024, providing opportunities for businesses in the machinery industry, particularly those specialising in pumps, lances, testing instruments, and related equipment.

Kea Automation Limited has successfully secured the contract worth 66,266.25 GBP. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprise sector (VCSE) businesses with expertise in special-purpose machinery would be well-suited to compete and grow their business through similar procurement opportunities. The University of Sheffield led the tender process and selected Kea Automation Limited as the supplier of the required machinery, demonstrating a commitment to supporting businesses in the region and facilitating innovation in manufacturing processes.

## Notice

4013/AMRC/CK/24 Flow Coating Pump and Operator Lance System The University of Sheffield wishes to invite tenders for a Flow Coating Pump and Operator Lance System on behalf of the Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre, Castings Group at Catcliffe, South Yorkshire. Scope of Requirement The University of Sheffield is looking to purchase, on behalf of the AMRC, an upgraded replacement to the current flow coating pump and operator lance system at AMRC Castings. This current system is used to spray ceramic slurry onto a component. However, the pump is not powerful enough to get the slurry to the required height. Tender Process and Documentation: This procurement is an 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. Closing date for receipt of tenders: 23rd January 2024 at 12 noon (UK time).

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/61a6196f-c824-4635-acda-286c530f2ddc |
| Notice type | Award 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 | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 15 Feb 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 23 Jan 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 1 Feb 2024 |
| Contract period | 9 Feb 2024 - 31 Mar 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £66,266 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| 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 |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | KEA AUTOMATION |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment
- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)
- 39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products
- 42 - Industrial machinery

### Codes

- 35311400 - Lances
- 38900000 - Miscellaneous evaluation or testing instruments
- 39300000 - Miscellaneous equipment
- 42122100 - Pumps for liquids
- 42900000 - Miscellaneous general and special-purpose machinery
- 42990000 - Miscellaneous special-purpose machinery

## Release History

- 15 Feb 2024 at 08:56 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/61a6196f-c824-4635-acda-286c530f2ddc

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/61a6196f-c824-4635-acda-286c530f2ddc
  15th February 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/Sheffield

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