--- title: "High Precision Multi-Function Parallel Kinematic Machine (PKM)" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-939803f3-8054-4535-b0d8-32f7d50cd455" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-939803f3-8054-4535-b0d8-32f7d50cd455" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-939803f3-8054-4535-b0d8-32f7d50cd455.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-939803f3-8054-4535-b0d8-32f7d50cd455.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD" published: "2018-10-08" --- # High Precision Multi-Function Parallel Kinematic Machine (PKM) Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-b5fd17-939803f3-8054-4535-b0d8-32f7d50cd455 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-939803f3-8054-4535-b0d8-32f7d50cd455) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-939803f3-8054-4535-b0d8-32f7d50cd455.json) ## Summary The University of Sheffield is currently in the planning stage of a procurement process involving the tender for a High Precision Multi-Function Parallel Kinematic Machine (PKM) on behalf of the Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre located in Catcliffe, South Yorkshire. This procurement falls under the category of machine tools and is conducted as an EU open procedure in accordance with the Public Contracts Regulations 2015. The engagement period concluded on 23 August 2018, at 12 noon UK time, whereby interested parties were invited to submit their proposals through the university's e-tendering system. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialised in supplying, installing, and commissioning advanced manufacturing machinery, especially those with capabilities in high-precision engineering suitable for aerospace applications. Companies that focus on cutting-edge machine tools, particularly those with experience in parallel kinematic machines or similar technologies, would be well suited to compete. As the demand for high-quality and efficient manufacturing solutions in aerospace continues to rise, successful bidders can establish fruitful collaborations and potentially expand their market footprint. ## Notice 2040/393/MY/IMG/18 High Precision Multi-Function Parallel Kinematic Machine (PKM) The University of Sheffield wishes to invite tenders for a High Precision Multi-Function Parallel Kinematic Machine (PKM) on behalf of the Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre, Integrated Machining Group at Catcliffe, South Yorkshire. Scope of Requirement The AMRC with Boeing are tendering for the supply, installation and commissioning of a high precision parallel kinematic machine tool capable of milling and drilling of large aerospace components. Tender Process and Documentation: This procurement is an EU open procedure conducted in accordance with the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 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: 23rd August at 12 noon (UK time). ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/49668385-09f4-4188-acf0-61c8d543c208 | | Notice type | Market Engagement Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Not specified | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Not specified | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 8 Oct 2018 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 23 Aug 2018 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | 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 | Planning | | 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 - 42 - Industrial machinery ### Codes - 42600000 - Machine tools ## Release History - 8 Oct 2018 at 14:13 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/49668385-09f4-4188-acf0-61c8d543c208 - 23 Jul 2018 at 12:53 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/49668385-09f4-4188-acf0-61c8d543c208 - 23 Jul 2018 at 10:17 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/49668385-09f4-4188-acf0-61c8d543c208 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/49668385-09f4-4188-acf0-61c8d543c208 8th October 2018 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder ## Notice URLs - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/Sheffield ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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