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title: "Provision of Precision Metallographic Grinding and Polishing Machine"
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# Provision of Precision Metallographic Grinding and Polishing Machine

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-8e10826e-a84b-4712-8fbd-6eb7b2f375d8

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence is conducting a procurement process for the "Provision of Precision Metallographic Grinding and Polishing Machine," valued at £39,000. This procurement falls under the category of metal-working machine tools and was published on 11 January 2021. The procurement method is an open procedure, with the tender period closing on 1 February 2021. The contract period is set to begin on 18 February 2021 and will extend until 31 March 2026. The delivery of goods is required in Portsmouth, England, specifically at the postal code PO1 3GX.

This tender presents significant opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the manufacturing sector, especially those involved in the production of metal-working machinery. Businesses with expertise in precision engineering and machining are well-suited to compete for this contract, particularly those that can provide warranties and maintenance services to align with the enhanced requirements specified in the tender. Engaging with the Ministry of Defence could enhance a supplier's visibility and opportunities within the public sector market.

## Notice

Provision of Precision Metallographic Grinding and Polishing Machine with additional 4 years warranty

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/47fa02bf-147f-46cf-9da9-e44f13de34a9 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 16 Feb 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 1 Feb 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 16 Feb 2021 |
| Contract period | 17 Feb 2021 - 16 Feb 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £39,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £28,850 |
| 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 | MINISTRY OF DEFENCE |
| Locality | PORTSMOUTH |
| Post town | Portsmouth |
| Postcode | PO2 8BY |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight |
| ITL 3 | TLJ31 Portsmouth |
| Local authority | Portsmouth |
| Electoral ward | Nelson |
| Westminster constituency | Portsmouth North |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ITW TEST & MEASUREMENT |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 42 - Industrial machinery

### Codes

- 42630000 - Metal-working machine tools

## Release History

- 16 Feb 2021 at 17:27 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/47fa02bf-147f-46cf-9da9-e44f13de34a9
- 15 Jan 2021 at 08:07 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ab3df7ae-5949-4415-8d91-ce3a5cf54b4e
- 11 Jan 2021 at 13:20 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ab3df7ae-5949-4415-8d91-ce3a5cf54b4e

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/47fa02bf-147f-46cf-9da9-e44f13de34a9
  16th February 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ab3df7ae-5949-4415-8d91-ce3a5cf54b4e
  15th January 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/9fcc9548-1ed4-4882-b3f8-4a598d5b57c4
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/acc555fe-549e-437a-b279-15a44c2f70b4
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/SupplierAttachment/1d5a1465-b335-4904-905e-a7f31a51aeb9

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