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title: "PHE_Scientific - Provision of Mechanical engraver and cutter for polymer substrate"
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# PHE_Scientific - Provision of Mechanical engraver and cutter for polymer substrate

Buyer: PUBLIC HEALTH ENGLAND  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-56d311af-a2ca-4e34-b95a-74c0b85af94c

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## Summary

The procurement process involves Public Health England (PHE) seeking bids for the "Provision of Mechanical engraver and cutter for polymer substrate." This contract falls under the goods category, specifically for engraving machines, with a total value of £27,000. The procurement method is open, and the current stage is in the tender phase, with key dates including the tender closing date on 2nd October 2020 at 12:00 PM and the contract period commencing on 5th October 2020 and running for one year until 4th October 2021. The work area is required to be delivered to locations in the South East region of the United Kingdom.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in the design and provision of engraving and cutting machinery, particularly those capable of meeting specific technical requirements such as compatibility with Windows 10 and offering reliable maintenance services. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to apply, as they may have the agility and innovation required to compete effectively in this open procurement process. Businesses that can demonstrate expertise in handling polycarbonate materials and advanced mechanical solutions will be particularly well-suited to take advantage of this tender.

## Notice

Public Health England (PHE) requires the provision of a mechanical engraver/cutter able to work on polycarbonate (PADC) polymer material. The system will be used for the preparation of PADC sensing element for radon passive detectors. This will include engraving digital as well as dot codes and cutting small detectors elements out of a large sheet of the polymer. The proposed solution MUST be able to fulfil all of the following requirements: - Be able to mechanically engrave and cut on the 1mm thick polycarbonate polymer. - Be able to read design files with *.gnh extension. - The engraver working area must be: 610x410mm. - Provide a support to hold the cut plastic strongly; eg vacuum table or adhesive mat. - Be able to collect debris/dust from the cut surface. - The machine control software must be compatible with Windows 10 operating system. - Be able to promptly provide maintenance service and repairs. If you feel that you can meet the above requirements, please email imran.rahman@phe.gov.uk. The closing date and time for any queries is 2nd October 2020 at 12:00 pm

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1ded9144-1a61-4256-92e1-b2a94f423bf3 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 18 Sep 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 2 Oct 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 4 Oct 2020 - 4 Oct 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £27,000 |
| 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 | PUBLIC HEALTH ENGLAND |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | North West London |
| Postcode | NW9 5EQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI7 Outer London - West and North West |
| ITL 3 | TLI71 Barnet |
| Local authority | Barnet |
| Electoral ward | Colindale South |
| Westminster constituency | Hendon |
| Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 42 - Industrial machinery

### Codes

- 42962500 - Engraving machines

## Release History

- 18 Sep 2020 at 15:31 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1ded9144-1a61-4256-92e1-b2a94f423bf3

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1ded9144-1a61-4256-92e1-b2a94f423bf3
  18th September 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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