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title: "High Pressure CO2 Coolant System with Minimum Quantity Lubrication Ability"
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# High Pressure CO2 Coolant System with Minimum Quantity Lubrication Ability

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-4968082d-fa92-44fd-86bc-a2e967b55b12

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## Summary

The University of Sheffield is seeking proposals for a High Pressure CO2 Coolant System with Minimum Quantity Lubrication Ability, aimed at improving machine performance and tool longevity. The procurement is classified under gas cooling systems in the goods category, with a total contract value of £180,000. The tender was published on 6th June 2018, and the submission deadline is set for 9th July 2018 at 12 noon (UK time). The successful bidder is expected to deliver, install, and commission the system at the Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre in Rotherham, following a collaborative approach with Machine Tool Technologies Limited.

This tender presents a substantial opportunity for businesses in the engineering and manufacturing sectors, particularly those specialising in coolant systems and industrial machinery. Companies with expertise in installation, testing, and commissioning of advanced cooling technology, especially those familiar with 5-axis machinery, would find this contract appealing. Participation in the project could serve as a stepping stone for business growth and the establishment of long-term relationships within the aerospace and advanced manufacturing industries.

## Notice

1986/382/CW/AMRC/18 High Pressure CO2 Coolant System with Minimum Quantity Lubrication Ability The AMRC requires delivery, installation, testing and commissioning of a system to provide high pressure CO2 and MQL coolant to an existing machine, with the outcome of reducing tool wear and/or allowing for more aggressive/faster cuts. The system should be externally connected and should be supplied with its own base. The system should allow the machine to alternate between traditional emulsion through tool coolant and through tool supply of CO2 with minimum intervention. The Cooling System shall be fitted onto a Cincinnati H5-800MT Geminex 5-Axis which is currently undergoing an upgrade at the AMRC's nominated supplier, Machine Tool Technologies Limited ( MTT ) -at the address below: MACHINE TOOL TECHNOLOGIES LIMITED SUITE 1H RIBBLE COURT 1 MEAD WAY BURNLEY BB12 7NG It is desired that the coolant system will be fitted during the upgrade at MTT's premises. The successful Tenderer will be required to co-ordinate with MTT and all other interested stakeholders to ensure that all necessary arrangements are established for completion of the project in the following phases: Phase One: Delivery, installation and commissioning of the coolant system fitted to the Cincinnati H5-800MT Geminex 5-Axis. On completion of commissioning, testing to be conducted to confirm the system is operating correctly. Final acceptance by University. Phase Two: On final acceptance, the Tenderer shall decommission the equipment, any Rotary Union etc shall remain in place within the Cincinnati machine. The Tenderer to remove and store at own premises and cost, pending re-commissioning at Phase Three of the project. Phase Three: In collaboration with MTT and the Purchase, co-ordinate the delivery of the coolant system at the Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre Delivery, Installation, Testing, Re-Commissioning at the Advanced Manufacturing Research Park, Catcliffe, Rotherham. Final Acceptance by the Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre The price submitted should take into account all costs incurred for full turnkey provision, at all at all phases of the project and shall include any transportation and storage costs that may be incurred. Tender Process and Documentation: This procurement is an EU open procedure carried out in accordance with the Regulations ( 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: 9th July 2018 at 12 noon (UK time).

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d3d7d892-cb0e-43f5-81d3-8fb47cd6f212 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 9 Aug 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 9 Jul 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 8 Aug 2018 |
| Contract period | 12 Aug 2018 - 31 Mar 2019 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £180,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £173,000 |
| 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 | SHEFFIELD |
| Post town | Sheffield |
| Postcode | S10 2TN |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE3 South Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE32 Sheffield |
| Local authority | Sheffield |
| Electoral ward | Broomhill and Sharrow Vale |
| Westminster constituency | Sheffield Central |
| Delivery location | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | FUSION COOLANT SYSTEMS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting
- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

### Codes

- 31161200 - Gas cooling systems
- 38423000 - Pressure-measuring equipment

## Release History

- 9 Aug 2018 at 11:03 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d3d7d892-cb0e-43f5-81d3-8fb47cd6f212
- 6 Jun 2018 at 10:59 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/acd06b3e-bda0-4cbd-889a-6414aad5f6eb

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d3d7d892-cb0e-43f5-81d3-8fb47cd6f212
  9th August 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/acd06b3e-bda0-4cbd-889a-6414aad5f6eb
  6th June 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

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

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