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title: "SIRC Nano 3D Printer"
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# SIRC Nano 3D Printer

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF WOLVERHAMPTON ENTERPRISE LIMITED  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-951ad1c4-1896-45cf-935b-ea88bb9764f0

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## Summary

The University of Wolverhampton Enterprise Limited is seeking tenders for the acquisition of a nano-scale 3D printer to support the Science in Industry Research Centre (SIRC) in delivering advanced research projects. This procurement falls under the category of goods, specifically classified as "Printers and plotters" (CPV code 30232100). The tender was published on 19th August 2020, and submissions are open until 9th September 2020, with the contract expected to commence on 28th September 2020 and run for one year until 27th September 2021. The tender process is being conducted via an open procurement method, allowing for a wide range of participants to engage in the bidding process.

This opportunity presents a significant chance for businesses, particularly those specialising in innovative technology, printing solutions, and research equipment, to expand and secure new contracts. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are particularly encouraged to participate, as the tender is suited to a variety of vendors capable of supplying high-specification scientific equipment. Competing in this tender could help businesses not only to enhance their portfolio but also to establish long-term relationships with academic institutions and contribute to ground-breaking research initiatives in the West Midlands.

## Notice

Science in Industry Research Centre (SIRC) supports companies in the West Midlands to develop new science based products. SIRC is run by the University of Wolverhampton and is part-funded by European Regional Development Fund (ERDF). The equipment is being purchased to support project delivery and the research that it will carry out. As part of the SIRC project the University is looking to acquire a nano-scale 3D printer to support new and emerging research areas to merge the gap between science and industry. The nano-3D printer will be used to fabricate nanostructures with controlled micromechanics and microfluidic properties for a range of application. All documentation available via BravoSolution, all submissions and correspondence via BravoSolution.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/779d279b-f607-4d63-88b7-c284f36748ab |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 19 Aug 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 9 Sep 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 27 Sep 2020 - 27 Sep 2021 |
| 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 WOLVERHAMPTON ENTERPRISE LIMITED |
| Locality | WOLVERHAMPTON |
| Post town | Wolverhampton |
| Postcode | WV1 1LY |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG39 Wolverhampton |
| Local authority | Wolverhampton |
| Electoral ward | St Peters |
| Westminster constituency | Wolverhampton West |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages

### Codes

- 30232100 - Printers and plotters

## Release History

- 19 Aug 2020 at 14:15 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/779d279b-f607-4d63-88b7-c284f36748ab

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/779d279b-f607-4d63-88b7-c284f36748ab
  19th August 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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