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title: "1450/300/SW/N/16 CANCELLED Framework Agreement - Powder Characterisation and Canning Services for Hot Isostatic Pressing"
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# 1450/300/SW/N/16 CANCELLED Framework Agreement - Powder Characterisation and Canning Services for Hot Isostatic Pressing

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-3f454c20-adca-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b

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## Summary

The tender titled "1450/300/SW/N/16 Framework Agreement - Powder Characterisation and Canning Services for Hot Isostatic Pressing" was issued by the University of Sheffield based in Rotherham, England. The procurement falls under the engineering services category, specifically focusing on technical testing and analysis services. The tender was published on 29th September 2016, and the deadline for submission was 21st October 2016, with the contract period set to commence from 1st November 2016 and run until 31st October 2018. It is noted that this procurement was conducted through an open procedure, allowing various tenders to be submitted for a minimum contract value of £40,000 and a maximum value of £80,000.

This tender provided a significant opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) skilled in engineering and analytical services, particularly those with capabilities in powder characterisation and canning processes. Businesses that specialise in technical testing, consultancy, or engineering-related services would be particularly well-suited to compete. Although the tender has been suspended due to issues with the evaluation of submissions, the University may consider re-publishing this opportunity in the future, presenting a chance for businesses to prepare and participate in upcoming tenders.

## Notice

1450/300/SW/N/16 CANCELLED Framework Agreement - Powder Characterisation & Canning Services for Hot Isostatic Pressing This tender opportunity has now been suspended. The evaluation of submitted tenders for this exercise could not be concluded, as tenderers failed to respond to requests for additional information in a timely manner. As the timescale for validity of offers has now expired and the University is now unable to concluded this contract in a compliant manner, a decision has been made, to withdraw this exercise accordingly. Please note that this opportunity may be re-published at a later date. Additional information: Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sheffield/aspx/

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4033d391-44cc-409b-9612-e57972bf9aad |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 29 Mar 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 21 Oct 2016 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Nov 2016 - 31 Oct 2018 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £80,000 |
| 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 | 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 |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71300000 - Engineering services
- 71600000 - Technical testing, analysis and consultancy services

## Release History

- 29 Mar 2017 at 12:37 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4033d391-44cc-409b-9612-e57972bf9aad
- 18 Nov 2016 at 20:17 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4033d391-44cc-409b-9612-e57972bf9aad

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4033d391-44cc-409b-9612-e57972bf9aad
  29th March 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sheffield/aspx/
  Additional information on how to apply for this contract

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