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title: "University of Sunderland - SAM - Robot Technology Demonstrator and Robotic Automation Line - AWARD"
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# University of Sunderland - SAM - Robot Technology Demonstrator and Robotic Automation Line - AWARD

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF SUNDERLAND  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-4231f732-a696-4eb2-b554-4f3f6b066c4b

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## Summary

The University of Sunderland is conducting a public procurement process titled "SAM - Robot Technology Demonstrator and Robotic Automation Line". This procurement falls under the industrial machinery category, with an emphasis on robotic technology. The tender was active until 13th May 2019 and encompasses significant deliverables, including a 6-axis robot demonstration cell and a multi-robot automated production line. The project aims to enhance knowledge transfer within the North East of England and is set to execute between 1st June 2019 and 31st December 2020.

This opportunity presents a significant avenue for growth primarily for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) involved in robotics and automation technologies. Companies that offer innovative robotic solutions or automation services are particularly well-placed to compete for this contract. The emphasis on open, flexible systems suitable for demonstration purposes also invites businesses with capabilities in knowledge transfer and advanced manufacturing techniques to participate, potentially enhancing their market presence and operational expertise.

## Notice

The University has a requirement and would like to procure the following:- LOT 1: Robot Technology Demonstrator Quoted Systems Should address: o A single 6 axis robot portable self-contained demonstration cell o Capability to be run form a standard 3 pin power outlet (single phase 240V) o Contain all services required to run demonstrations LOT 2: Authority Robotic Automation Line Quoted Systems Should address: The requirement is for a multi robot automated production line that will be capable of demonstrating automated production of a product/example of the supplier's choice that requires a range of different tasks to be performed by robots at multiple cells/stations. The requirement is to supply a system that is open, flexible, SME friendly, and suitable for knowledge transfer on advanced and flexible manufacture to a range of SME manufacturers in the North East using the most common applications encountered in industry as a demonstration automated line. This is not to be a production facility but should demonstrate the assembly of a particular item of the suppliers' choice and should come equipped with adequate materials to run the line in automatic production mode for an extended period (30 minutes' production) (manual stock replenishment permitted to demonstrate other lean principles such as Kanban etc.).

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3b10c31d-e798-4cb0-b41b-e1a7322f7ef1 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 21 Oct 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 13 May 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 2 Jul 2019 |
| Contract period | 31 May 2019 - 31 Dec 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £28,500 |
| 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 SUNDERLAND |
| Locality | SUNDERLAND |
| Post town | Sunderland |
| Postcode | SR1 3SD |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC44 Sunderland |
| Local authority | Sunderland |
| Electoral ward | Millfield |
| Westminster constituency | Sunderland Central |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | KUKA ROBOTICS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 42 - Industrial machinery

### Codes

- 42000000 - Industrial machinery
- 42410000 - Lifting and handling equipment
- 42900000 - Miscellaneous general and special-purpose machinery
- 42990000 - Miscellaneous special-purpose machinery

## Release History

- 21 Oct 2019 at 14:14 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3b10c31d-e798-4cb0-b41b-e1a7322f7ef1
- 3 Jul 2019 at 15:01 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3b10c31d-e798-4cb0-b41b-e1a7322f7ef1
- 3 Jul 2019 at 14:57 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3b10c31d-e798-4cb0-b41b-e1a7322f7ef1

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3b10c31d-e798-4cb0-b41b-e1a7322f7ef1
  21st October 2019 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://services.sunderland.ac.uk/finance/sections/procurement/

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