--- title: "SUPPLY AND INSTALLATION OF A HYBRID ULTRASONIC ASSISTED HIGH SPEED MACHINING CENTRE (ESIF FUNDED)" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-8bc759bd-a9fa-4a87-823d-09d1ef9288d5" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-8bc759bd-a9fa-4a87-823d-09d1ef9288d5" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-8bc759bd-a9fa-4a87-823d-09d1ef9288d5.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-8bc759bd-a9fa-4a87-823d-09d1ef9288d5.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM" published: "2018-12-04" --- # SUPPLY AND INSTALLATION OF A HYBRID ULTRASONIC ASSISTED HIGH SPEED MACHINING CENTRE (ESIF FUNDED) Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-8bc759bd-a9fa-4a87-823d-09d1ef9288d5 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-8bc759bd-a9fa-4a87-823d-09d1ef9288d5) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-8bc759bd-a9fa-4a87-823d-09d1ef9288d5.json) ## Summary The University of Birmingham is inviting tenders for the supply and installation of a hybrid ultrasonic assisted high speed machining centre under reference SC6834/18. This procurement is part of the European Structural Investment Funds (ESIF) initiative and is aimed to support the adoption of advanced manufacturing technologies by SMEs in the West Midlands. The tender submission period closes on 9th January 2019, with the contract set to commence on 4th February 2019 and run until 14th June 2019. The procurement method is an open procedure above the threshold, focusing on goods, with an overall budget of up to £396,000 excluding VAT. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in advanced manufacturing, particularly those offering high-tech machinery and precision engineering services. Companies that specialise in machining tools, automation, and technology integration, as well as those experienced in collaborative R&D projects, would be well-placed to compete for this contract. The successful bidder will not only provide a cutting-edge machine but also engage in partnerships with technology providers to support local SMEs, thus fostering business growth and innovation in the region. ## Notice TENDER FOR THE SUPPLY AND INSTALLATION OF A HYBRID ULTRASONIC ASSISTED HIGH SPEED MACHINING CENTRE. REFERENCE: SC6834/18 This project is funded by the European Structural Investment Funds (ESIF) and the procurement is dependent on the final funding agreement. The University of Birmingham invites tenders for supply of a hybrid ultrasonic assisted high speed machining centre. The machine tool will form part of a physical demonstrator, i.e. facilities created as part of the ESIF project, which will be used to facilitate/support the take-up of high impact manufacturing technologies by the SMEs in West Midlands. In this context, the machine tool will be used to develop new applications for the technology in collaboration with technology providers and undertake feasibility studies and pilot projects to address the specific requirements of local SMEs. Therefore, it will be required as part of the project to build strong partnerships with the technology providers and define a joint co-funded R&D programme for the benefits of local businesses. The machine tool should be capable of operating as a high speed 5-axis vertical machining centre for realising a range of conventional machining operations with high accuracy and repeatability, i.e. milling and drilling as well as perform hybrid ultrasonic assisted cutting on hard/brittle/abrasive materials such as ceramics, hardened alloys and composites. The machine should have high performance linear X/Y/Z drives and precise NC controlled swivel/rotary table. It should also include fast automatic tool changing capability with storage magazine capacity for at least 20 tools. The ultrasonic transducer must be integrated within the spindle system and be capable of generating axial vibrations with frequencies of at least 20 kHz and corresponding amplitudes of up to 10 m. The system should also have automatic resonance frequency finding capability and vibration amplitude setting / detection. Cutting fluid can be delivered both internally through the spindle as well as externally. The machine tool should have a PC-based controller that supports G-code programming, the execution of full 5-axis processing strategies and ultrasonic parameter setting. Finally, the machine tool should incorporate hardware and software tools for workpiece and cutting tool measurement / setup. Overall budget for this item is up to PS396,000.00 excluding VAT. Additional information: All main correspondence should go via the University's In-Tend website. Your tender documents and information must be submitted via In-Tend by the date and time specified; http://www.in-tendhost.com/universityofbirmingham Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/80bab31a-9cd9-4f3d-9843-7aabd1e14189 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 4 Dec 2018 | | Submission deadline | 9 Jan 2019 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 4 Feb 2019 - 14 Jun 2019 | | 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 BIRMINGHAM | | Locality | EDGBASTON | | Post town | Birmingham | | Postcode | B15 2TT | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) | | ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands | | ITL 3 | TLG31 Birmingham | | Local authority | Birmingham | | Electoral ward | Edgbaston | | Westminster constituency | Birmingham Edgbaston | | Delivery location | TLG West Midlands (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 42 - Industrial machinery ### Codes - 42610000 - Machine tools operated by laser and machining centres ## Release History - 4 Dec 2018 at 11:54 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/80bab31a-9cd9-4f3d-9843-7aabd1e14189 - 4 Dec 2018 at 11:53 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/80bab31a-9cd9-4f3d-9843-7aabd1e14189 - 27 Nov 2018 at 16:26 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/80bab31a-9cd9-4f3d-9843-7aabd1e14189 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/80bab31a-9cd9-4f3d-9843-7aabd1e14189 4th December 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofbirmingham/aspx/ Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## Notice URLs - http://www.in-tendhost.com/universityofbirmingham ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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