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title: "Supply of Filament"
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buyer: "MANCHESTER METROPOLITAN UNIVERSITY"
published: "2022-04-05"
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# Supply of Filament

Buyer: MANCHESTER METROPOLITAN UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-5e3c673f-1b13-4f11-af12-778e33c73afb

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## Summary

Manchester Metropolitan University is conducting an open tender process for the supply of filament, aimed at providing up to 5 tonnes of material for commercial 3D printers. The tender is classified under the goods category, specifically related to laser printers, and is active as of 5 April 2022. Bids must be submitted by 6 May 2022, with the contract expected to commence on 12 June 2022 and run until 12 June 2024. The delivery addresses for this procurement include various locations within the UK and British Overseas Territories, with the postal code for the university being M15 6BH.

This procurement presents significant opportunities for suppliers in the materials and manufacturing sectors, particularly those involved in sustainable practices, as the filament must be made from municipal waste feedstock. Businesses that specialise in 3D printing materials and have the capability to fulfil large orders would be particularly well-suited to compete in this tender. The open nature of the procurement means that different sizes of companies, including larger suppliers with experience in bulk deliveries, may have a chance to participate and expand their market presence through this contract.

## Notice

Manchester Metropolitan is seeking to appoint through a competitive tender process a suitably qualified and experienced supplier to supply up to 5 tonnes of filament for use in commercial 3D Printers, as ordered by the University, made from municipal waste feedstock, supplied in 1KG reels and meeting the requirements of the University as set out in the Specification. Additional information: Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/47b30d49-61be-4f8e-bbe2-e21d7d070f2a |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 5 Apr 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 6 May 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 12 Jun 2022 - 12 Jun 2024 |
| 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 | MANCHESTER METROPOLITAN UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | LANCASHIRE |
| Post town | Manchester |
| Postcode | M15 6BH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD33 Manchester |
| Local authority | Manchester |
| Electoral ward | Hulme |
| Westminster constituency | Manchester Rusholme |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages

### Codes

- 30232110 - Laser printers

## Release History

- 5 Apr 2022 at 14:36 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/47b30d49-61be-4f8e-bbe2-e21d7d070f2a
- 5 Apr 2022 at 14:35 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/47b30d49-61be-4f8e-bbe2-e21d7d070f2a
- 5 Apr 2022 at 14:06 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/47b30d49-61be-4f8e-bbe2-e21d7d070f2a

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/47b30d49-61be-4f8e-bbe2-e21d7d070f2a
  5th April 2022 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/mmu/aspx/
  Additional information on how to apply for this contract

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