--- title: "Multi-beam laser Powder Bed Fusion (lPBF) system for metallic powders" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-ccfa1bf1-7a96-4036-a334-a9465c60eae9" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-ccfa1bf1-7a96-4036-a334-a9465c60eae9" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-ccfa1bf1-7a96-4036-a334-a9465c60eae9.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-ccfa1bf1-7a96-4036-a334-a9465c60eae9.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "THE UNIVERSITY OF NOTTINGHAM" published: "2021-06-11" --- # Multi-beam laser Powder Bed Fusion (lPBF) system for metallic powders Buyer: THE UNIVERSITY OF NOTTINGHAM Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-ccfa1bf1-7a96-4036-a334-a9465c60eae9 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-ccfa1bf1-7a96-4036-a334-a9465c60eae9) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-ccfa1bf1-7a96-4036-a334-a9465c60eae9.json) ## Summary The University of Nottingham is currently conducting a tender for a Multi-beam laser Powder Bed Fusion (lPBF) system for metallic powders. The procurement is classified under the miscellaneous special-purpose machinery category and is located in Nottinghamshire, United Kingdom. This open procurement process has a tender period ending on 16 July 2021, and the contract will commence on 1 September 2021, lasting until 1 July 2026. The estimated contract value is £667,000, with a minimum value of £550,000. This opportunity presents significant potential for growth for companies in the manufacturing and machinery sectors, particularly those with expertise in additive manufacturing technologies. Businesses that specialise in innovative machinery solutions and have a strong track record in similar systems would be well-suited to compete for this contract. Engaging in this tender could facilitate partnerships and expand market presence in the rapidly evolving field of materials science. ## Notice Multibeam laser powder bed fusion (lPBF) system for metallic powders, to integrate within an existing lPBF facility, which will enable new materials science in Additive Manufacturing, unleashing new materials and microstructure development. Additional information: The University invites tenders from sufficiently experienced and qualified suppliers for the provision of a multi-beam laser Powder Bed Fusion (lPBF) system for metallic powders Please refer and respond to the ITT Documents for full details This ITT documentation reference 1429 ITT JG should only have been downloaded from the In-Tend Portal. Link https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofnottingham/aspx/Home Confirmation of intention to submit - The In-Tend system has an OPT IN / OPT OUT button at the end of the ITT list of documents, if you wish to proceed with this tender you must click on the 'OPT IN' button via the website to enable you to upload your return: Link https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofnottingham/aspx/Home Decline or inability to return - If you wish to decline or are unable to return please click on the 'OPT OUT' button along with a correspondence to detail the reasons why you have declined to bid for this tender via the website: Link https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofnottingham/aspx/Home Correspondence regarding tender - Any queries about this tender MUST ONLY be directed using the correspondence link on the In-Tend website Link https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofnottingham/aspx/Home Responses to basic clarification queries will be shared with all prospective Tenderer's. 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Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/386b863d-5351-4a1c-bdd9-353c021b0d21 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 11 Jun 2021 | | Submission deadline | 16 Jul 2021 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 1 Sep 2021 - 1 Jul 2026 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £667,000 | | 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 NOTTINGHAM | | Locality | NOTTINGHAMSHIRE | | Post town | Nottingham | | Postcode | NG7 2RN | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) | | ITL 2 | TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire | | ITL 3 | TLF14 Nottingham | | Local authority | Nottingham | | Electoral ward | Radford | | Westminster constituency | Nottingham South | | Delivery location | TLF East Midlands (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 42 - Industrial machinery ### Codes - 42990000 - Miscellaneous special-purpose machinery ## Release History - 11 Jun 2021 at 13:30 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/386b863d-5351-4a1c-bdd9-353c021b0d21 - 11 Jun 2021 at 13:30 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/386b863d-5351-4a1c-bdd9-353c021b0d21 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/386b863d-5351-4a1c-bdd9-353c021b0d21 11th June 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofnottingham/aspx/ Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## Notice URLs - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofnottingham/aspx/Home ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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