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title: "Laser Tracker for Future Automated Aerospace Assembly Demonstrator (FA3D2)"
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# Laser Tracker for Future Automated Aerospace Assembly Demonstrator (FA3D2)

Buyer: THE UNIVERSITY OF NOTTINGHAM  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-4fbf1a9b-e43b-4eb0-85f1-8bab0d20b700

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## Summary

The University of Nottingham is currently conducting an open tender for the procurement of a Laser Tracker, titled "Laser Tracker for Future Automated Aerospace Assembly Demonstrator (FA3D2)." This procurement falls under the goods category, specifically classified as lasers, with a total estimated value of £250,000 and a minimum value of £150,000. The tender period will end on 15 October 2020, while the contract period is set to commence on 1 December 2020 and conclude on 30 November 2021. Interested parties should note the delivery address is located in Nottinghamshire, East Midlands, United Kingdom.

This tender represents significant opportunities for businesses in the industrial lasers sector, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Companies that offer precision measurement tools or related technologies are encouraged to participate, as collaboration with leading global industrial partners such as Airbus and Rolls-Royce may lead to expanded market presence and innovation. Engaging in this procurement could enable businesses to secure a foothold in the aerospace assembly industry, which is undergoing notable advancements in automated systems.

## Notice

The scope of the research demonstrator has been defined in partnership with strategic global industrial partners including Airbus, BAE Systems, Hamble Aerostructures Ltd, GKN, Rolls-Royce, Safran and UTC Aerospace Systems. As part of the overall demonstrator platform, a need has been identified for a laser tracker to enable large volume measurement and precision assembly system. This specification outlines the requirements for such a measurement equipment system. Additional information: To express an interest in this tender opportunity please visit the portal at the below link and express an interest in tender reference PROC LSB ITT/1322 https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofnottingham/aspx/Home Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3f08dde0-130a-4256-a774-fff6ba62d542 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 15 Sep 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 15 Oct 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Dec 2020 - 30 Nov 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £250,000 |
| 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 | TLF East Midlands (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

### Codes

- 38636100 - Lasers
- 38636110 - Industrial lasers

## Release History

- 15 Sep 2020 at 12:45 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3f08dde0-130a-4256-a774-fff6ba62d542
- 15 Sep 2020 at 08:05 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3f08dde0-130a-4256-a774-fff6ba62d542
- 15 Sep 2020 at 08:04 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3f08dde0-130a-4256-a774-fff6ba62d542

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3f08dde0-130a-4256-a774-fff6ba62d542
  15th September 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

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