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title: "Agreement for an apparatus for the laser structuring or otherwise printing of electrically conducting paths for the purpose of creating electronic circuits upon complex 3D printed plastics and other materials"
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# Agreement for an apparatus for the laser structuring or otherwise printing of electrically conducting paths for the purpose of creating electronic circuits upon complex 3D printed plastics and other materials

Buyer: LIVERPOOL JOHN MOORES UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-b35b5d1d-faee-499f-a92b-c69b41684e5d

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## Summary

Liverpool John Moores University is seeking suppliers for a tender titled "Agreement for an apparatus for the laser structuring or otherwise printing of electrically conducting paths for the purpose of creating electronic circuits upon complex 3D printed plastics and other materials." This procurement falls under the category of electrical machinery and is located in the North West region of the United Kingdom. The procurement method is an open procedure, and the tender period ended on 22 December 2016. The contract is scheduled to start on 9 January 2017 and will last until 31 December 2017. The estimated value of the contract is £149,190.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in the provision of high-tech machinery, specifically apparatus capable of laser structuring or printing electronic circuitry on various materials. Companies that manufacture or distribute equipment for 3D printing, electronics, or related fields, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), would be well-suited to compete. The ability to handle multiple materials and integrate advanced software capabilities will be key competitive advantages in this procurement process.

## Notice

Liverpool John Moores University on behalf of Sensor City Liverpool Limited is seeking a supplier who can provide an apparatus for the laser structuring or otherwise printing of electronic circuits upon complex 3D printed plastics and other materials The apparatus must be capable of the following: * Multiple material handling capability ( 3D printed plastic, glass, ceramic, metal as a minimum requirement) * Capable of handling material of up to maximum size 300mm x 300mm x 130mm * Capable of constructing electrically conducting paths on the 3D material for the purpose of creating electronic circuits within a volume of 100mm x 100mm x 40mm * Constructing the electrically conducting paths to an accuracy of +/- 25 micron (1 mil) * Include an integrated or benchtop separate accessory capable of metallised coating of paths formed on the 3D material if not already directly printed onto the object * Must provide any Exhaust/Extract/ Filter apparatus required * Must provide software and PC to input AND EDIT design files in the following formats as a minimum requirement: Gerber Standard (RS-274-D), Extended Gerber (RS-274-X), Excellon NC Drill (Version 1 and 2), DPF, Auto-CAD DXF * 230V ac single phase operation * The equipment must be New not reconditioned or second user Additional information: To access further information, please register on Liverpool John Moores In-Tend Procurement Portal - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/ljmu/aspx/

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/38cc41d7-eff2-4790-bfe8-f1ee5a9210af |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 23 Dec 2016 |
| Submission deadline | 22 Dec 2016 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 23 Dec 2016 |
| Contract period | 1 Jan 2017 - 31 Dec 2017 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £149,190 |
| 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 | LIVERPOOL JOHN MOORES UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | LIVERPOOL |
| Post town | Liverpool |
| Postcode | L3 2AJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD7 Merseyside |
| ITL 3 | TLD72 Liverpool |
| Local authority | Liverpool |
| Electoral ward | City Centre North |
| Westminster constituency | Liverpool Riverside |
| Delivery location | TLD North West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | TRACKS LASER & ELECTRONICS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 31000000 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting

## Release History

- 23 Dec 2016 at 13:50 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/38cc41d7-eff2-4790-bfe8-f1ee5a9210af
- 12 Dec 2016 at 11:28 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2fc64020-e689-4408-9722-610e1f344460

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/38cc41d7-eff2-4790-bfe8-f1ee5a9210af
  23rd December 2016 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2fc64020-e689-4408-9722-610e1f344460
  12th December 2016 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/ljmu/aspx/

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