--- title: "2369/452/LM/IMG/19 Autonomous Guide Vehicle" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-a293a704-c346-458d-8998-914560143dfc" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-a293a704-c346-458d-8998-914560143dfc" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-a293a704-c346-458d-8998-914560143dfc.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-a293a704-c346-458d-8998-914560143dfc.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD" published: "2019-09-24" --- # 2369/452/LM/IMG/19 Autonomous Guide Vehicle Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-a293a704-c346-458d-8998-914560143dfc [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-a293a704-c346-458d-8998-914560143dfc) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-a293a704-c346-458d-8998-914560143dfc.json) ## Summary The University of Sheffield is currently conducting a tender for the procurement of an Autonomous Guide Vehicle (AGV) as part of a project at the Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre located in Catcliffe, South Yorkshire. This procurement falls under the goods category and is classified within the CPV code for specialist vehicles, with key deadlines including the submission of tenders by 15th October 2019 at 12 Noon (UK time). The tender process follows an open procedure, and the contract period is set to begin on 4th November 2019 and conclude by 21st February 2020. This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in robotic automation and specialist vehicle manufacturing. Companies that offer solutions related to autonomous mobile robots, particularly those designed for automated cleaning and precise application in manufacturing processes, would find this a fitting avenue for collaboration. Additionally, small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as there may be scopes and specifications that allow for competitive offerings tailored to the requirements set by the University of Sheffield. ## Notice 2369/452/LM/IMG/19 Autonomous Guide Vehicle The University of Sheffield wishes to invite tenders for an automated guided vehicle on behalf of the Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre at Catcliffe, South Yorkshire. Scope of Requirement The supply of an autonomously guided vehicle (AGV), sometimes known as an autonomous mobile robot (AMR), to enable the automatic cleaning and sealant application of aircraft wing spars of up to 17 m length without requiring a robot rail. A KUKA KR60 HA and controller will be mounted to the AGV, along with two end effectors (cleaning + sealing), a PLC control cabinet, and end effector controllers. This equipment shall be mounted via an interface plate, which is to be bolted to the AGV top surface. Tender Process and Documentation: This procurement is a non-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: 15th October 2019 at 12 Noon (UK time). Additional information: Delivery Notes As per the tender documentation Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6ad0a2b4-1ee9-4fd1-b9f5-b7c724cf1e6d | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 24 Sep 2019 | | Submission deadline | 14 Oct 2019 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 4 Nov 2019 - 21 Feb 2020 | | 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 | ROTHERHAM | | Post town | Sheffield | | Postcode | S60 5TZ | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber | | ITL 2 | TLE3 South Yorkshire | | ITL 3 | TLE34 Rotherham | | Local authority | Rotherham | | Electoral ward | Rother Vale | | Westminster constituency | Rotherham | | Delivery location | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation ### Codes - 34114000 - Specialist vehicles - 34144000 - Special-purpose motor vehicles - 34144740 - Aircraft-towing vehicles - 34144900 - Electric vehicles ## Release History - 24 Sep 2019 at 10:37 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6ad0a2b4-1ee9-4fd1-b9f5-b7c724cf1e6d ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6ad0a2b4-1ee9-4fd1-b9f5-b7c724cf1e6d 24th September 2019 - 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 ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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