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title: "3D Weaving Machine"
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# 3D Weaving Machine

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-563858f2-2d09-4a5d-98ff-95b0f6a6aa4c

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## Summary

The University of Sheffield is seeking tenders for the supply, installation, and commissioning of a 3D weaving machine, aimed at producing 3D woven carbon fibre preforms for research purposes. The procurement falls under the industrial machinery category and was published on 6th November 2017. This project is currently at the award stage, with the contract set to commence on 26th February 2018 and concluding on 31st August 2018. The total contract value is £1,000,000, with a minimum value of £950,000, and the procurement process follows an open procedure due to its value exceeding the prescribed threshold. The submission deadline for tenders was 11th December 2017.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses engaged in manufacturing advanced machinery, particularly those specialising in 3D weaving technologies or carbon fibre applications. Companies with capabilities in installation and training for high-tech industrial equipment are particularly well-suited to compete for this contract. The focus on adaptability for future modifications suggests opportunities for firms that can offer innovative solutions while providing comprehensive support throughout the project lifecycle.

## Notice

Tenders are invited for the supply, installation and commissioning (including all necessary training) of a 3D weaving machine for the production of 3D woven carbon fibre preforms. The equipment is to be supplied to the Composites Group of the Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre, Catcliffe, Rotherham. The equipment will be utilised for research projects rather than production, therefore the machine needs to be adaptable for further modifications if required. The solution should also be able to deal with periods of varying usage. Additional information: Tender document may be downloaded from the University's electronic tendering portal https://in-tendhost.oc.uk/Sheffield

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a22a813f-66bf-4b69-a165-2e82b0826ed6 |
| 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 | 23 Feb 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 11 Dec 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 23 Feb 2018 |
| Contract period | 26 Feb 2018 - 31 Aug 2018 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,000,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £548,780 |
| 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 | 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 | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | STAUBLI BAYREUTH |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 42 - Industrial machinery

### Codes

- 42000000 - Industrial machinery

## Release History

- 23 Feb 2018 at 08:17 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a22a813f-66bf-4b69-a165-2e82b0826ed6
- 6 Nov 2017 at 15:22 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7e026b93-c5fe-4b80-a173-0e6f5f944815

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a22a813f-66bf-4b69-a165-2e82b0826ed6
  23rd February 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7e026b93-c5fe-4b80-a173-0e6f5f944815
  6th November 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

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

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