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title: "Micro Electron Beam Welder"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-8d78351e-2752-4b1c-a7fd-52cf0ed571e8"
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# Micro Electron Beam Welder

Buyer: THE UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-8d78351e-2752-4b1c-a7fd-52cf0ed571e8

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## Summary

The University of Manchester has initiated a procurement process for a high precision Micro Electron Beam Welder, aimed at various advanced applications in the laboratory, optical, and precision equipment industry. This open tender is currently active and will close on 16 August 2019, with a contract period commencing on 12 September 2019 and concluding on 30 June 2020. Businesses interested in participating should review the tender documentation available online and note that this procurement falls under the goods category, with the relevant delivery location specified in Manchester, North West, United Kingdom.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses engaged in the manufacturing and engineering sectors, particularly those specialising in high-tech equipment fabrication and additive manufacturing. Companies with expertise in working with refractory alloys, precision welding, and similar advanced technologies would be well-suited to compete. This procurement could also benefit small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that meet the necessary qualifications, allowing them to expand their market presence through collaboration with a prestigious educational institution.

## Notice

Our research group at The University of Manchester requires a high precision electron beam welding and surface modification instrument. This single unit will be able to undertake welding, joining processes, drilling, material-removing processes, engraving, material modification and refining. The range of applications include, but are not limited to the ability to: join dissimilar metals, join extremely thin materials to thick (10 mm to 10 mm), repair/process components/materials based on refractory alloys (Ti and Zr), additive manufacturing of unique biomedical and MEMS (microelectromechanical systems), hermetic sealing/processing of multi-material systems, joining of metallic components to polymeric/ceramic. Additional information: To express an interest in this project please visit the website below where you will need to register to obtain tender documentation. https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofmanchester/aspx/Home Funding Type (WEFO or EU) : EPSRC Funding Description Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/832ef8f5-1890-447d-9808-646839cad0d1 |
| 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 | 16 Jul 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 16 Aug 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 11 Sep 2019 - 30 Jun 2020 |
| 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 | THE UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER |
| Locality | MANCHESTER |
| Post town | Manchester |
| Postcode | M13 9PL |
| 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 | TLD North West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

### Codes

- 38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

## Release History

- 16 Jul 2019 at 12:36 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/832ef8f5-1890-447d-9808-646839cad0d1

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/832ef8f5-1890-447d-9808-646839cad0d1
  16th July 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofmanchester/aspx/
  Additional information on how to apply for this contract

## Notice URLs

- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofmanchester/aspx/Home

## Provenance

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