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title: "1824/JN - Multi Alloy Induction Melter (MAIM)"
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# 1824/JN - Multi Alloy Induction Melter (MAIM)

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-9614646c-9c10-43ef-bb2a-4b8a4f255d22

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## Summary

The University of Sheffield is seeking to procure a Multi Alloy Induction Melter (MAIM) through an open tender process valued at £178,000. This tender, aiming to purchase a vacuum induction melting system for various metals, is classified under the CPV category for laboratory, optical, and precision equipment. The tender period concluded on 12 December 2017, with the contract commencing later from 23 January 2018 to 24 January 2018. The delivery of this system will be to the Yorkshire and the Humber region, enhancing the university's capabilities in handling reactive and non-reactive metals.

This opportunity presents a significant prospect for businesses focusing on the supply of industrial and laboratory equipment, particularly those specialising in foundry technology and precision manufacturing. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, given the suitability criteria favouring their involvement. Companies that offer complementary services, such as installation and maintenance of advanced melting systems, may also find this tender relevant for expanding their business activities within the educational sector.

## Notice

We seek to purchase Vacuum Induction Melting system to melt and cast a variety of reactive or nonreactive metals in a clean vacuum environment. Likely materials include magnesium alloys, steels, nickel base superalloys (but not titanium). Additional information: This tender closes on 12/12/17 at 12 noon (UK time) For all information regarding this tender please visit: https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sheffield/aspx/Home

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cb29f771-5cf0-4c2a-9d8e-ac09a9809571 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 5 Feb 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 12 Dec 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 16 Jan 2018 |
| Contract period | 23 Jan 2018 - 24 Jan 2018 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £292,870 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £292,870 |
| 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 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 |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | CONSARC ENGINEERING |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)
- 42 - Industrial machinery
- 43 - Machinery for mining, quarrying, construction equipment

### Codes

- 38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)
- 42300000 - Industrial or laboratory furnaces, incinerators and ovens
- 42900000 - Miscellaneous general and special-purpose machinery
- 43800000 - Workshop equipment

## Release History

- 5 Feb 2018 at 11:06 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cb29f771-5cf0-4c2a-9d8e-ac09a9809571
- 14 Nov 2017 at 11:40 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6eb4d128-f1e9-43d3-bd6d-8db7f39f7702
- 14 Nov 2017 at 11:11 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6eb4d128-f1e9-43d3-bd6d-8db7f39f7702

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cb29f771-5cf0-4c2a-9d8e-ac09a9809571
  5th February 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6eb4d128-f1e9-43d3-bd6d-8db7f39f7702
  14th November 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sheffield/aspx/Home
  Please see the link below for all tender information including tender documents and correspondence

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