--- title: "3185/539/CW/CYMRU/21 Bipolar Plate Metrology Equipment" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-ba2b4d9a-cd27-455c-a40f-5e526740b6f2" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-ba2b4d9a-cd27-455c-a40f-5e526740b6f2" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-ba2b4d9a-cd27-455c-a40f-5e526740b6f2.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-ba2b4d9a-cd27-455c-a40f-5e526740b6f2.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD" published: "2021-12-08" --- # 3185/539/CW/CYMRU/21 Bipolar Plate Metrology Equipment Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-ba2b4d9a-cd27-455c-a40f-5e526740b6f2 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-ba2b4d9a-cd27-455c-a40f-5e526740b6f2) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-ba2b4d9a-cd27-455c-a40f-5e526740b6f2.json) ## Summary The University of Sheffield is currently conducting a procurement process for "3185/539/CW/CYMRU/21 Bipolar Plate Metrology Equipment" as part of its Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre CYMRU, located in Chester Road, Bretton, CH4 0DH, UK. This open procurement aims to enhance metrology capabilities in the high value manufacturing sector, specifically for hydrogen electric propulsion systems and electrolysers. The deadline for submitting tenders is 23rd December 2021 at 12 noon (UK time), and the contract period is intended to commence from 13th January 2022 until 31st March 2022. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses engaged in manufacturing and specialised equipment, particularly those involved in the development of automation technologies, sensors, and machine tools. Small to medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are particularly encouraged to participate, as their innovative solutions may align well with the project's requirements for in-process inspection and measurement technologies. Engaging in this tender could facilitate business growth through collaboration with a prestigious institution and contribute to advancements in sustainable manufacturing practices. ## Notice 3185/539/CW/CYMRU/21 Bipolar Plate Metrology Equipment The University of Sheffield wishes to invite tenders for Bipolar Plate Metrology Equipment on behalf of the Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre CYMRU, Chester Road, Bretton, CH4 0DH. Scope of Requirement The AMRC is undertaking research within various manufacturing topics in the high value manufacturing sector. This equipment will be critical in AMRC/Wales delivery of innovative manufacturing solutions for the manufacture of hydrogen electric propulsion systems and electrolysers. Within the facility there is an existing Metrology capability, which will be focused on undertaking measurement in support of this research. As part of the equipment strategy a requirement for an in-process automation optical scanning system has been identified. The system will be used to measure components and test pieces manufactured during our research activities, prove proof of concept, and enable in-process inspection data capture. Tender Process and Documentation: This procurement is an 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: 23rd December 2021 at 12 noon (UK time). Additional information: All expressions of interest must be via the University of Sheffield e-tendering portal: https://www.in-tendhost.co.uk/Sheffield This is an open tender exercise. The ITT can be downloaded by registering and expressing your interest on the University's e-tendering system https://www.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://www.in-tendhost.co.uk/Sheffield Completed tenders must be returned through the same e-tendering system. Closing date for receipt of tenders: 23rd December 2021at 12 noon (UK time). Delivery Notes Delivery, Supply, installation and commissioning at the AMRC Funding Description Catapult Funded Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a6859d6c-c232-4715-9fe0-561fa5365665 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 8 Dec 2021 | | Submission deadline | 23 Dec 2021 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 13 Jan 2022 - 31 Mar 2022 | | 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 - 35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment - 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses) - 39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products - 42 - Industrial machinery ### Codes - 35125100 - Sensors - 38511100 - Scanning electron microscopes - 39300000 - Miscellaneous equipment - 42600000 - Machine tools - 42611000 - Special-purpose machine tools - 42900000 - Miscellaneous general and special-purpose machinery - 42990000 - Miscellaneous special-purpose machinery ## Release History - 8 Dec 2021 at 13:09 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a6859d6c-c232-4715-9fe0-561fa5365665 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a6859d6c-c232-4715-9fe0-561fa5365665 8th December 2021 - 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 - https://www.in-tendhost.co.uk/Sheffield ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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