--- title: "Dual Purpose Laser Cutter capable of plastic cutting and metal cutting" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-c11ca0e3-eb72-44d5-8534-e0078be9255d" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-c11ca0e3-eb72-44d5-8534-e0078be9255d" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-c11ca0e3-eb72-44d5-8534-e0078be9255d.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-c11ca0e3-eb72-44d5-8534-e0078be9255d.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHAMPTON" published: "2017-06-01" --- # Dual Purpose Laser Cutter capable of plastic cutting and metal cutting Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHAMPTON Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-c11ca0e3-eb72-44d5-8534-e0078be9255d [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-c11ca0e3-eb72-44d5-8534-e0078be9255d) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-c11ca0e3-eb72-44d5-8534-e0078be9255d.json) ## Summary The University of Southampton is seeking tenders for the supply, delivery, commissioning, and training of a dual-purpose laser cutter capable of cutting both plastic and metal. This procurement falls under the workshop equipment category and is currently in the tender stage, which will conclude on 7th June 2017. The machine will enhance capabilities within the Electronics and Computer Science Department at the Highfield Campus in Southampton, and the contract is expected to commence on 12th June 2017, lasting for one year until 11th June 2018. The procurement method is an open procedure, allowing broad participation from suppliers. This contract presents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in machinery supply, particularly those that can deliver advanced technology suitable for educational and research environments. Businesses that manufacture or distribute equipment compatible with industry-standard design software, such as AutoCAD and CorelDRAW, and possess experience in training and support for installation would be well-suited to compete for this tender. Engaging with the University of Southampton could lead to further partnerships and growth through collaborative research and enterprise activities within the faculty. ## Notice This is a tender for the supply, delivery, commissioning and user training of Dual purpose laser cutter capable of plastic cutting and metal cutting. This machine will be integrated into current facilities available in the Electronics and Computer Science Department (located within the Faculty of Physical Sciences and Engineering, at the Highfield Campus in Southampton). It will be used to expand the breadth of machining capabilities and technologies currently at the University and stimulate new research ties across multiple University campuses. The acquisition of this new machine will further engender new collaborative research across the University and will enable University researchers to tackle fundamental problems across any discipline where manufactured components may be required in order to conduct experiments or technical analysis. In addition with the merging Enterprise community within the Faculty is will enable bespoke manufacturing to support and increase Faculty led entrepreneurial activities. The Purpose of the Equipment To support research, education and enterprise activities within the Electronics and Computer Science department based in the Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences. It will enable rapid turnaround "in house' of components for students, academics and researchers. The dual purpose nature of the cutter will provide a greater breadth of materials that can be used in the production of components for new developments and their applications. Primary Hardware Supply and install a of Dual purpose laser cutter capable of plastic cutting and metal cutting This should include all the hardware necessary to extract fumes and particles as a by-product of the cutting process. Required Software Machine operation software must be compatible with industry standard design software such as AutoCad and CorelDRAW. Machine is required to at least cut metal foil. Additional information: Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/74a03fcf-1fbf-4989-93f4-5d2dc602d2b0 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 1 Jun 2017 | | Submission deadline | 7 Jun 2017 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 11 Jun 2017 - 11 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 | UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHAMPTON | | Locality | HAMPSHIRE | | Post town | Southampton | | Postcode | SO17 1BJ | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight | | ITL 3 | TLJ32 Southampton | | Local authority | Southampton | | Electoral ward | Portswood | | Westminster constituency | Southampton Test | | Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 43 - Machinery for mining, quarrying, construction equipment ### Codes - 43800000 - Workshop equipment ## Release History - 1 Jun 2017 at 12:57 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/74a03fcf-1fbf-4989-93f4-5d2dc602d2b0 - 31 May 2017 at 15:06 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/74a03fcf-1fbf-4989-93f4-5d2dc602d2b0 - 31 May 2017 at 15:06 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/74a03fcf-1fbf-4989-93f4-5d2dc602d2b0 - 31 May 2017 at 15:02 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/74a03fcf-1fbf-4989-93f4-5d2dc602d2b0 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/74a03fcf-1fbf-4989-93f4-5d2dc602d2b0 1st June 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofsouthampton/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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