--- title: "Supply and Installation of Metal Binder Jetting Additive Manufacturing Workstation to the University of Birmingham" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-b27e46f1-a892-40a0-8eb9-d42dcff86c46" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-b27e46f1-a892-40a0-8eb9-d42dcff86c46" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-b27e46f1-a892-40a0-8eb9-d42dcff86c46.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-b27e46f1-a892-40a0-8eb9-d42dcff86c46.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM" published: "2020-09-11" --- # Supply and Installation of Metal Binder Jetting Additive Manufacturing Workstation to the University of Birmingham Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-b27e46f1-a892-40a0-8eb9-d42dcff86c46 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-b27e46f1-a892-40a0-8eb9-d42dcff86c46) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-b27e46f1-a892-40a0-8eb9-d42dcff86c46.json) ## Summary The University of Birmingham is seeking tenders for the supply and installation of a Metal Binder Jetting Additive Manufacturing Workstation as part of a project funded by the European Structural Investment Funds. This tender is classified under the electrical equipment and apparatus category, with a procurement method of open procedure above threshold. The tender period will close on 12th October 2020, with the contract expected to start on 2nd November 2020 and run until 1st November 2021. The project aims to support small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the West Midlands, specifically in high impact manufacturing technologies. This procurement presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in advanced manufacturing technologies, particularly those with expertise in additive manufacturing and 3D printing. Companies that can provide innovative solutions for metal 3D printing and establish collaborative partnerships with the University of Birmingham may find this tender advantageous. The overall budget for this procurement is set at up to £290,400, excluding VAT, making it a compelling opportunity for SMEs eager to engage in research and development projects that benefit local businesses. ## Notice This project is funded by the European Structural Investment Funds (ESIF) and the procurement is dependent on the final funding agreement. The University of Birmingham invites tenders for supply of a binder jetting additive manufacturing workstation. The workstation will form part of a physical demonstrator, i.e. facilities created as part of the ESIF project, which will be used to facilitate/support the take-up of high impact manufacturing technologies by the SMEs in West Midlands. In this context, the workstation will be used to develop new applications for the technology in collaboration with technology providers and carry out feasibility studies and pilot projects to address the specific requirements of local SMEs. Therefore, it will be required as part of the project to build strong partnerships with the technology providers and define a joint co-funded R&D programme for the benefits of local businesses. The workstation should perform metal additive manufacturing/3D printing for variety of powder materials including stainless steel, copper, tool steel and Nickel based superalloys. It should have reasonable building envelope of at least 4L (XY should be at least 35x20cm). Though, the system should allow upgrading the build envelope to bigger size in the future when needed. The system should have a separate unit for powder station unit to avoid powder contamination. The system should be able to produce various part geometries simultaneously without the need for multiple setups. The system should have very high resolution of at least 1600x1600 DPI. The system should have very high deposition/printing rate, 10 times faster than the powder bed fusion technology, of at least 700 cc/hr. The workstation should have an open access operating system where all working parameters can be modified. The system should be able to produce parts with very high surface finish. Overall budget for this item is up to ? ?290,400 excluding VAT. This project may be funded by the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) or; - European Structural and Investment Fund (ESIF) or; - Research Councils UK (RCUK), the strategic partnership of the UK's seven Research Councils. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/558aa35a-0678-4729-bfd6-04e243074042 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 11 Sep 2020 | | Submission deadline | 12 Oct 2020 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 2 Nov 2020 - 1 Nov 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 BIRMINGHAM | | Locality | EDGBASTON | | Post town | Birmingham | | Postcode | B15 2TT | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) | | ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands | | ITL 3 | TLG31 Birmingham | | Local authority | Birmingham | | Electoral ward | Edgbaston | | Westminster constituency | Birmingham Edgbaston | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting ### Codes - 31600000 - Electrical equipment and apparatus ## Release History - 11 Sep 2020 at 14:30 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/558aa35a-0678-4729-bfd6-04e243074042 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/558aa35a-0678-4729-bfd6-04e243074042 11th September 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofbirmingham/aspx/ Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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