--- title: "1609/MAR Laser Powder Bed Additive Manufacturing System" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-930e3f34-615f-4eac-b884-a44488570a1e" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-930e3f34-615f-4eac-b884-a44488570a1e" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-930e3f34-615f-4eac-b884-a44488570a1e.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-930e3f34-615f-4eac-b884-a44488570a1e.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD" published: "2017-01-30" --- # 1609/MAR Laser Powder Bed Additive Manufacturing System Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-930e3f34-615f-4eac-b884-a44488570a1e [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-930e3f34-615f-4eac-b884-a44488570a1e) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-930e3f34-615f-4eac-b884-a44488570a1e.json) ## Summary The University of Sheffield is conducting an open tender for the procurement of a Laser Powder Bed Additive Manufacturing System aimed at enhancing research capabilities in metallic materials processing. This procurement falls under the category of laboratory and precision equipment, with tenders due by 12 noon (UK time) on 2nd March 2017. The project is funded through the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) and is located in Sheffield, Yorkshire and the Humber region, with the contract period expected to begin on 1st May 2017 and conclude by 30th June 2017. This tender presents a significant opportunity for companies specialising in advanced manufacturing technologies, particularly those focusing on additive manufacturing or related equipment. Businesses capable of providing sophisticated laboratory equipment and demonstrable expertise in metallic material processing are well-positioned to compete for this contract. Engaging in this procurement process could enable suppliers to expand their market reach within academic and research institutions, potentially leading to long-term partnerships and future contracts. ## Notice The University of Sheffield is out to tender on behalf of the Department of Materials Science and Engineering for a Laser Powder Bed Additive Manufacturing System. Scope of Requirement: we are seeking to procure a Laser Bed Additive Manufacturing System for the processing of metallic materials and manufacturing research purposes. The full technical specification can be found in the tender documentation which will be sent to you once you have expressed your interest. Tender Process and Documentation: This is a E.U. open exercise. The ITT can be downloaded by registering and expressing your interest on the University's e-tendering system https://in-tendhost.co.uk/Sheffield. If you have any questions or comments in relation to this tender they must be submitted via the In-tend System, this can be accessed at https://in-tendhost.co.uk/Sheffield Completed tenders must be returned through the same e-tendering system. Closing date for receipt of tenders: 2nd March 2017 at 12 noon (UK time). e are seeking to procure a Laser Powder Bed Additive Manufacturing System for the processing of metallic materials and manufacturing research purposes. Additional information: All expressions of interest must be via the University of Sheffield e-tendering portal: https://www.in-tendhost.co.uk/Sheffield This is an open tender exercise. The ITT can be downloaded by registering and expressing your interest on the University's e-tendering system https://www.in-tendhost.co.uk/Sheffield If you have any questions or comments in relation to this tender they must be submitted via the In-tend System, this can be accessed at https://www.in-tendhost.co.uk/Sheffield Completed tenders must be returned through the same e-tendering system. Closing date for receipt of tenders: 2nd March 2017 at 12 noon (UK time). Funding Type (WEFO or EU) : ERDF Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a1dda617-c5e9-4c22-94ca-1e9b0d62ba48 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 30 Jan 2017 | | Submission deadline | 2 Mar 2017 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 30 Apr 2017 - 30 Jun 2017 | | 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 SHEFFIELD | | Locality | SHEFFIELD | | Post town | Sheffield | | Postcode | S10 2TN | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber | | ITL 2 | TLE3 South Yorkshire | | ITL 3 | TLE32 Sheffield | | Local authority | Sheffield | | Electoral ward | Broomhill and Sharrow Vale | | Westminster constituency | Sheffield Central | | Delivery location | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses) ### Codes - 38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses) ## Release History - 30 Jan 2017 at 12:00 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a1dda617-c5e9-4c22-94ca-1e9b0d62ba48 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a1dda617-c5e9-4c22-94ca-1e9b0d62ba48 30th January 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sheffield/aspx/ Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## Notice URLs - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/Sheffield - https://www.in-tendhost.co.uk/Sheffield ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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