--- title: "3-roll calendar mill" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-bd86993b-be9d-4365-9707-a19c50fad648" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-bd86993b-be9d-4365-9707-a19c50fad648" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-bd86993b-be9d-4365-9707-a19c50fad648.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-bd86993b-be9d-4365-9707-a19c50fad648.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "THE UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER" published: "2018-01-31" --- # 3-roll calendar mill Buyer: THE UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-bd86993b-be9d-4365-9707-a19c50fad648 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-bd86993b-be9d-4365-9707-a19c50fad648) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-bd86993b-be9d-4365-9707-a19c50fad648.json) ## Summary The University of Manchester is currently seeking bids for the procurement of a three-roll calendar mill, part of their Graphene Engineering and Innovation Centre (GEIC) project. This tender falls under the goods category and is classified under the CPV codes for laboratory and industrial machinery. The procurement process is currently at the Tender stage, with a deadline for submissions set for 5th March 2018. The GEIC, located on the North Campus of the University in Manchester, aims to accelerate research and innovation in graphene applications, and the successful equipment will play a vital role in supporting this initiative. This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in the supply of industrial machinery and laboratory equipment, particularly those with expertise in handling advanced materials like graphene. Companies that can offer innovative and reliable machinery are particularly well-suited to compete. The project is financed, in part, by the European Regional Development Fund, highlighting the potential for new collaborations and partnerships within the research community. Firms looking to expand their market presence and engage in high-profile academic collaborations should consider this opportunity to engage with the University’s ambitious research agenda. ## Notice Background information on The University of Manchester The University of Manchester is Britain's largest single-site university, with a proud history of achievement and an ambitious agenda for the future. The University provides world-class research facilities and undertakes research of international standing. It offers students a wide choice of degree programmes and options, and excellent facilities and student support services. The University employs over 12,000 staff and offers over 400 different degree courses. It comprises of three faculties with 23 academic schools and hundreds of specialist research groups. The University's cultural attractions include The Manchester Museum, The Whitworth Art Gallery, Jodrell Bank Observatory and the Martin Harris Centre for Music and Drama. The University also operates a thriving conference and meeting operation including a hotel and conference centre. Further details on the University can be found at: http://www.manchester.ac.uk/discover/facts-figures/ Background information on Project This tender is being run on behalf of the Graphene Engineering and Innovation Centre (GEIC) at the University of Manchester. The GEIC is a PS60 million investment which will establish a state of the art research and technology development facility for graphene and related 2D materials. Projects in the GEIC will be industry-led and will focus on innovation and applications, with the aim of accelerating research through to products in the marketplace. The GEIC will house pilot production facilities and characterisation equipment. It will initially focus on a number of the University's world-class graphene application areas: energy, composites, formulations and coatings, electronics and membranes. Given the world leading graphene research at the University, it is expected that all equipment in the GEIC will be cited in high profile academic publications as well as underpinning industrial collaboration projects, thus giving the equipment a high degree of exposure. The GEIC will be situated on the North Campus of The University of Manchester, comprise of ~8400 m2 and has been designed by world-renowned architect Rafael Vinoly. It is set to be open in summer 2018. Equipment purchased before the GEIC building is opened will be temporarily commissioned elsewhere in the University campus, typically in the National Graphene Institute, and then moved into the GEIC once it is completed. For further information on the GEIC please see: http://www.graphene.manchester.ac.uk/collaborate/geic/ Project Overview The University of Manchester (GEIC) seeks to acquire a new three-roll calendar mill to process filled polymer resins. The resins will be filled with graphene related materials but may also include other reinforcement such as carbon black or other particulate fillers. Additional information: To express an interest in this project please visit the website below where you will need to register to obtain tender documentation. https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofmanchester/aspx/Home Funding Type (WEFO or EU) : ERDF Funding Description The GEIC equipment fund is part financed by the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) funds having been awarded under the 2014-2020 Priority Axis 1: Promoting Research and Innovation. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8b319300-8484-4799-9a4d-2898ddca4a5d | | 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 | 31 Jan 2018 | | Submission deadline | 5 Mar 2018 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 20 Mar 2018 - 30 Jun 2018 | | 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 | THE UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER | | Locality | MANCHESTER | | Post town | Manchester | | Postcode | M13 9PL | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester | | ITL 3 | TLD33 Manchester | | Local authority | Manchester | | Electoral ward | Hulme | | Westminster constituency | Manchester Rusholme | | Delivery location | TLD North West (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses) - 42 - Industrial machinery ### Codes - 38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses) - 42000000 - Industrial machinery - 42900000 - Miscellaneous general and special-purpose machinery - 42990000 - Miscellaneous special-purpose machinery ## Release History - 31 Jan 2018 at 10:33 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8b319300-8484-4799-9a4d-2898ddca4a5d ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8b319300-8484-4799-9a4d-2898ddca4a5d 31st January 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofmanchester/aspx/ Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## Notice URLs - http://www.graphene.manchester.ac.uk/collaborate/geic/ - http://www.manchester.ac.uk/discover/facts-figures/ - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofmanchester/aspx/Home ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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