--- title: "Supply and Installation of Three Machine Vision Systems and One Laser Profiler to the University of Birmingham" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-48d865f9-9fb4-45c5-89d9-0dafe3bedfcf" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-48d865f9-9fb4-45c5-89d9-0dafe3bedfcf" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-48d865f9-9fb4-45c5-89d9-0dafe3bedfcf.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-48d865f9-9fb4-45c5-89d9-0dafe3bedfcf.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM" published: "2020-09-11" --- # Supply and Installation of Three Machine Vision Systems and One Laser Profiler to the University of Birmingham Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-48d865f9-9fb4-45c5-89d9-0dafe3bedfcf [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-48d865f9-9fb4-45c5-89d9-0dafe3bedfcf) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-48d865f9-9fb4-45c5-89d9-0dafe3bedfcf.json) ## Summary The University of Birmingham is seeking tenders for the supply and installation of three machine vision systems and one laser profiler, as part of a project funded by the European Structural Investment Funds (ESIF). The procurement is currently in the Tender stage, with a submission deadline set for 12:00 on 12th October 2020. This project is classified under the industry category of Automation Systems, and the equipment will be utilized at the University’s facilities located in Edgbaston, West Midlands, UK. The total budget for this procurement is up to £89,983, excluding VAT. The procurement method used is an open procedure which is below the threshold. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in automation technology and equipment supply, particularly those with expertise in machine vision and robotic systems integration. Companies that specialise in providing high-impact automation solutions, electronic equipment, or robotic components would be well-suited to compete for this contract. Additionally, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the West Midlands region can leverage this opportunity to partner with technology providers, driving business growth through collaboration on innovative applications and joint R&D programmes. ## Notice This project is funded by the European Structural Investment Funds (ESIF) and the procurement is dependent on the final funding agreement. The University of Birmingham invites tenders for the supply of three machine vision systems and one laser profiler. The machine vision systems will be integrated into automation systems and robotic systems to form part of physical demonstrators, i.e. facilities created as part of the ESIF project, which will be used to facilitate/support the take-up of high-impact automation technologies by SMEs in the West Midlands. In this context, the systems will be used to develop new applications for the technology in collaboration with technology providers and carry out feasibility studies and pilot projects to address the specific requirements of local SMEs. Therefore, it will be required as part of the project to build strong partnerships with technology providers and define a joint co-funded R&D programme for the benefit of local businesses. The machine vision systems could be used as automated inspection tools for products such as electronic equipment, vehicle parts, metal components, food, pharmaceuticals, and semiconductors. The required system functions include presence/absence detection, position and alignment detection, dimension measurement, flaw detection, counting, defect inspection, character recognition, 2D code and barcode code reading. The systems can be used for real-time and automated inspection on production lines. The machine vision systems should be easily integrated with industrial robots including TechMan, KUKA LBR iiwa, and Staubli robots to enable vision-guided robot motion (visual servoing). Direct communication between vision system controller and robot controller should be easily established and the settings easily configured. Reliable and stable calibration should be easily carried out to link robot and vision system. The machine vision systems should include cameras, lenses, lighting units, controllers, PC software, cables and other accessories. Different functions should be included in system software, which are easy for operators to use. Overall budget for this item is up to ?89,983.00 excluding VAT. This project may be funded by the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) or; - European Structural and Investment Fund (ESIF) or; - Research Councils UK (RCUK), the strategic partnership of the UK's seven Research Councils. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b3482b3f-20ae-483a-8a3c-89841f73a7cf | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 11 Sep 2020 | | Submission deadline | 12 Oct 2020 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 26 Oct 2020 - 25 Oct 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 | UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM | | Locality | EDGBASTON | | Post town | Birmingham | | Postcode | B15 2TT | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) | | ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands | | ITL 3 | TLG31 Birmingham | | Local authority | Birmingham | | Electoral ward | Edgbaston | | Westminster constituency | Birmingham Edgbaston | | Delivery location | TLG West Midlands (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages - 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses) - 48 - Software package and information systems ### Codes - 30230000 - Computer-related equipment - 38651000 - Cameras - 48921000 - Automation system ## Release History - 11 Sep 2020 at 14:14 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b3482b3f-20ae-483a-8a3c-89841f73a7cf ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b3482b3f-20ae-483a-8a3c-89841f73a7cf 11th September 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofbirmingham/aspx/ Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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