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title: "Blackpool and The Fylde College Advanced Technology Centre - Faro Edge Robotic Arm"
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# Blackpool and The Fylde College Advanced Technology Centre - Faro Edge Robotic Arm

Buyer: BLACKPOOL AND THE FYLDE COLLEGE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-4fc6282e-adc8-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b

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## Summary

The procurement process, titled "Blackpool and The Fylde College Advanced Technology Centre - Faro Edge Robotic Arm," was initiated by Blackpool and The Fylde College, situated in Blackpool, England. This project falls within the machine tools category and is currently in the Award stage, with a contract value of £69,080. The tender period ended on 23 April 2015, and the contract commenced on 27 April 2015, concluding on 28 August 2015. The College specified the use of FARO equipment to meet the advanced educational needs of their School of Engineering curriculum.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in advanced technology equipment and training services, particularly those offering machine tools and related products. Companies that are SMEs would be particularly well-suited to compete, as the procurement process acknowledges their capability to provide innovative solutions and support. Businesses able to demonstrate expertise in the FARO product line or similar technologies could find a competitive edge in this sector, potentially fostering collaboration with academia and enhancing their market presence.

## Notice

The College is presently constructing a new Advanced Technology Centre at our Bispham Campus that will open in September 2015. The ATC will be equipped with world class leading edge equipment to facilitate learning in the 21st century. Quotations are invited for the supply of FARO EDGE ARM EQUIPMENT, SOFTWARE, TRAINING AND WARRANTY COVER Please note that the College has specified FARO equipment as this is deemed the most appropriate manufacturer in terms of quality for the provision of equipment that matches and future proofs the requirements of our School of Engineering curriculum.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7246a869-0a77-429d-a765-ef64068a0d4d |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Not specified |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not applicable |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 18 Nov 2016 |
| Submission deadline | 23 Apr 2015 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 17 Apr 2015 |
| Contract period | 7 May 2015 - 14 Aug 2015 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £69,080 |
| 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 | BLACKPOOL AND THE FYLDE COLLEGE |
| Locality | BLACKPOOL |
| Post town | Blackpool |
| Postcode | FY2 0HB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD4 Lancashire |
| ITL 3 | TLD42 Blackpool |
| Local authority | Blackpool |
| Electoral ward | Norbreck |
| Westminster constituency | Blackpool North and Fleetwood |
| Delivery location | TLD North West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | FARO TECHNOLOGIES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 42 - Industrial machinery

### Codes

- 42600000 - Machine tools

## Release History

- 18 Nov 2016 at 20:17 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7246a869-0a77-429d-a765-ef64068a0d4d

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7246a869-0a77-429d-a765-ef64068a0d4d
  17th April 2015 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/c9143c9c-d4fe-497b-85bb-5cd4a9f2aa49
  Quotation Request Dolcument

## Notice URLs

- http://www.blackpool.ac.uk

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