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title: "3039.520.LT.RAPD.21 Design, Manufacture and Installation of Expanding Mandrels"
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# 3039.520.LT.RAPD.21 Design, Manufacture and Installation of Expanding Mandrels

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-53bd8f1e-36b7-4f58-8ef4-1e0fdd64ab88

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## Summary

The University of Sheffield is currently seeking tenders for the design, manufacture, and installation of expanding mandrels as part of their project with the Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre in Catcliffe, South Yorkshire. This procurement process is classified under the machine tools category and is being conducted through an open procedure. The closing date for the submission of tenders is set for 29th November 2021 at 12 noon (UK time), with the contract period commencing on 20th December 2021 and lasting until 19th December 2028.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses in the manufacturing and engineering sectors, particularly those specialising in machine tool fixtures and related technologies. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to participate, as this project may foster partnerships and expand capabilities in a growing industry. Interested parties should register on the University’s e-tendering system to submit their proposals and inquiries.

## Notice

Fixture Pair for Machining The University of Sheffield wishes to invite tenders for a Design, Manufacture and Installation of Expanding Mandrels on behalf of the Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre, Castings Group at Catcliffe, South Yorkshire. Scope of Requirement This scope of works relates to the design, prototyping, testing and supply of two expanding mandrel fixtures, one for internal and one for external operations. Tender Process and Documentation: This procurement is conducted in accordance with the Defence and Security Public Contracts Regulations 2011. An NDA will need to be signed before the ITT is released via tracked and signed for mail. To express an interest in the opportunity this can be accessed at 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 via tracked and signed for mail Closing date for receipt of tenders: 29th November at 12 noon (UK time). Additional information: Express your interest on the University's e-tendering system https://in-tendhost.co.uk/Sheffield Delivery Notes AMRC Sheffield Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/54a9f948-288e-4a1c-8cfd-9030fe8d6e86 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 1 Nov 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 29 Nov 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 20 Dec 2021 - 19 Dec 2028 |
| 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 SHEFFIELD |
| Locality | ROTHERHAM |
| Post town | Sheffield |
| Postcode | S60 5TZ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE3 South Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE34 Rotherham |
| Local authority | Rotherham |
| Electoral ward | Rother Vale |
| Westminster constituency | Rotherham |
| Delivery location | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 42 - Industrial machinery

### Codes

- 42600000 - Machine tools

## Release History

- 1 Nov 2021 at 15:51 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/54a9f948-288e-4a1c-8cfd-9030fe8d6e86

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/54a9f948-288e-4a1c-8cfd-9030fe8d6e86
  1st November 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sheffield/aspx/
  Additional information on how to apply for this contract

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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