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title: "21-12 SIRC Microscale Additive Equipment"
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# 21-12 SIRC Microscale Additive Equipment

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF WOLVERHAMPTON ENTERPRISE LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-95458b57-4e55-48dc-a46c-42f73365c367

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## Summary

The University of Wolverhampton Enterprise Limited has completed the procurement process for the "21-12 SIRC Microscale Additive Equipment," aimed at developing science-based products in the West Midlands, specifically for the Science in Industry Research Centre (SIRC). The procurement was conducted through an open tender procedure and was officially published on 15 March 2021, with the tender submission period ending on 21 April 2021. The awarded contract was finalised on 4 June 2021, and the contract period runs from 14 June 2021 to 13 July 2023. Notably, the equipment, classified under the CPV code for Electrotechnical equipment, is essential for ongoing research into biotechnology, polymers, and life sciences, including osteogenic implant development.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in additive manufacturing technologies, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs). Companies that can provide innovative electrotechnical solutions or have expertise in supporting advanced research initiatives within biotechnology or life sciences would be well-positioned to compete. Engaging in such public procurement contracts can enable these businesses to expand their market presence while contributing to impactful research and development projects.

## Notice

The Science in Industry Research Centre (SIRC) supports companies in the West Midlands to develop new science based products. SIRC is operated from the University of Wolverhampton and is part-funded by the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF). The equipment described in this tender is being purchased to support project delivery and the underpinning research. The University of Wolverhampton seeks to procure for SIRC an additive manufacturing technology to support new and emerging research across biotechnology, polymers and life sciences. It is anticipated the technology will enable reproduction of microscale structures. One particular ongoing research theme includes that of osteogenic implant development. Additional information: Please follow the link below to access the Tender documents: https://wlv.bravosolution.co.uk/esop/toolkit/opportunity/opportunityList.do?oppList=CURRENT

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2490d33e-c050-4f1a-9762-a48ef2293dcb |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 18 Jun 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 21 Apr 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 3 Jun 2021 |
| Contract period | 13 Jun 2021 - 13 Jul 2023 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £42,170 |
| 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 | 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 | TLG West Midlands (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | CELLINK |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting

### Codes

- 31730000 - Electrotechnical equipment

## Release History

- 18 Jun 2021 at 08:39 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2490d33e-c050-4f1a-9762-a48ef2293dcb
- 31 Mar 2021 at 12:20 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3739c094-1131-45a2-91de-37f68b9092ae
- 15 Mar 2021 at 16:42 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3739c094-1131-45a2-91de-37f68b9092ae

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2490d33e-c050-4f1a-9762-a48ef2293dcb
  18th June 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3739c094-1131-45a2-91de-37f68b9092ae
  31st March 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://wlv.bravosolution.co.uk/esop/toolkit/opportunity/opportunityList.do?oppList=CURRENT

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