--- title: "Metrology System for Composites Manufacturing" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-454e3a66-3cb9-43f7-b0ca-a790809d946c" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-454e3a66-3cb9-43f7-b0ca-a790809d946c" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-454e3a66-3cb9-43f7-b0ca-a790809d946c.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-454e3a66-3cb9-43f7-b0ca-a790809d946c.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "THE UNIVERSITY OF NOTTINGHAM" published: "2020-01-02" --- # Metrology System for Composites Manufacturing Buyer: THE UNIVERSITY OF NOTTINGHAM Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-454e3a66-3cb9-43f7-b0ca-a790809d946c [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-454e3a66-3cb9-43f7-b0ca-a790809d946c) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-454e3a66-3cb9-43f7-b0ca-a790809d946c.json) ## Summary The University of Nottingham is seeking tenders for the provision of a Metrology System aimed at enhancing composites manufacturing. This procurement falls within the industry category of miscellaneous general and special-purpose machinery, with a contract value of £125,000 and a minimum bid threshold of £100,000. The tender initiation date is set for 2nd January 2020, with the submission deadline for bids on 20th January 2020. The contract period is expected to commence on 31st January 2020 and will extend until 30th January 2024. Interested suppliers must register on the University’s InTend portal to access the Invitation to Tender and submit their bids. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in high-precision measurement and manufacturing technologies. Companies with experience in providing advanced metrology systems, digital twin technologies, or those focused on automation solutions would be particularly well-suited to participate. The demand for high-resolution data collection and inspection capabilities in the manufacturing sector makes this an excellent opportunity for businesses looking to expand their footprint in the composites industry. ## Notice The metrology system will provide critical inspection capabilities, enabling both discrete and in-line measurement to be undertaken. The collection of high-resolution data including fibre orientation, defect identification and surface form will allow the development of a digital twin of the manufacturing process. Additional information: Documentation regarding this tender reference PROC JG ITT/1157 can be obtained via the University of Nottingham InTend portal @ https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofnottingham/aspx/Home Potential suppliers must register on the portal in order to view the Invitation to Tender https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofnottingham/aspx/Registration Correspondence/queries Any queries about this tender MUST ONLY be directed using the correspondence link on the In-Tend website https://www.in-tendhost.co.uk/Universityofnottingham/ Responses to basic clarification queries will be shared with all prospective Tenderer's. However, correspondents marked as 'competitive advantage' will be respected as such and NOT shared, although the University reserves the right to overrule this marking if it has been incorrectly identified. Confirmation of intention to submit The In-Tend system has an OPT IN / OPT OUT button at the end of the ITT list of documents, if you wish to proceed with this tender you must click on the 'OPT IN' button via the website to enable you to upload your return: https://www.in-tendhost.co.uk/Universityofnottingham/ Decline or inability to return If you wish to decline or are unable to return please click on the 'OPT OUT' button along with a correspondence to detail the reasons why you have declined to bid for this tender via the website: https://www.in-tendhost.co.uk/Universityofnottingham/ Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/704f29ad-9721-457b-8fef-1583f6005175 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Other - | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 2 Jan 2020 | | Submission deadline | 20 Jan 2020 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 31 Jan 2020 - 30 Jan 2024 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £125,000 | | 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 | THE UNIVERSITY OF NOTTINGHAM | | Locality | NOTTINGHAMSHIRE | | Post town | Nottingham | | Postcode | NG7 2RN | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) | | ITL 2 | TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire | | ITL 3 | TLF14 Nottingham | | Local authority | Nottingham | | Electoral ward | Radford | | Westminster constituency | Nottingham South | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 42 - Industrial machinery ### Codes - 42900000 - Miscellaneous general and special-purpose machinery ## Release History - 2 Jan 2020 at 11:25 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/704f29ad-9721-457b-8fef-1583f6005175 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/704f29ad-9721-457b-8fef-1583f6005175 2nd January 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofnottingham/aspx/ Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## Notice URLs - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofnottingham/aspx/Home - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofnottingham/aspx/Registration - https://www.in-tendhost.co.uk/Universityofnottingham/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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