--- title: "For the supply and installation of Metal Engraving Cutter" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-d455d4ef-935a-4798-91cd-5d805d46cfcd" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-d455d4ef-935a-4798-91cd-5d805d46cfcd" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-d455d4ef-935a-4798-91cd-5d805d46cfcd.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-d455d4ef-935a-4798-91cd-5d805d46cfcd.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "ARTS UNIVERSITY BOURNEMOUTH" published: "2021-01-15" --- # For the supply and installation of Metal Engraving Cutter Buyer: ARTS UNIVERSITY BOURNEMOUTH Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d455d4ef-935a-4798-91cd-5d805d46cfcd [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-d455d4ef-935a-4798-91cd-5d805d46cfcd) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-d455d4ef-935a-4798-91cd-5d805d46cfcd.json) ## Summary The Arts University Bournemouth is currently seeking tenders for the supply and installation of a metal engraving laser cutter, with the aim of enhancing its digital fabrication capabilities. This procurement falls under the goods category and is classified under CPV code 42610000, related to machine tools operated by laser. The procurement process is in the active tender stage, governed by an open procedure as per the Public Contracts Regulations 2015. The deadline for submission is 8 February 2021, after which the contract period is set to commence on 17 February 2021 and conclude on 26 March 2021. The project has a spend cap of £60,000, awarded to boost local innovation and support SMEs within the region of South West, England. This tender presents a significant opportunity for SMEs and businesses involved in manufacturing, engineering, and creative sectors to engage in innovative projects. Companies specialising in laser technology, digital fabrication equipment, or those with capabilities in installing such machinery would be particularly well-suited to compete. Furthermore, as the initiative aims to upscale technical capacity and support local entities, those with a focus on research, prototyping, and testing will find this tender beneficial for driving business growth and expanding their service offerings in partnership with the Arts University Bournemouth. ## Notice Arts University Bourmouth is seeking Quotations for the supply and installation of a metal engraving laser cutter to extend its digital facbrication capabilities. The University has won funding from the Dorset Local Enterprise Partnership (DLEP) to deliver a series of initiatives to extend the regions' technical capacity and upskill students and local businesses; there is particular emphasis on supporting Research, Innovation and early stage prototyping and testing within manufacturing, engineering and creative SMEs. This procurement is an open procedure carried out in accordance with the Regulations (Public Contracts Regulations 2015). The RFQ pack can be downloaded by registering and expressing your interest on the University's e-tendering system www.mytenders.co.uk ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fe27c0f2-979d-4382-80ce-d74bf40a0cbc | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 15 Jan 2021 | | Submission deadline | 8 Feb 2021 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 17 Feb 2021 - 26 Mar 2021 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £60,000 | | 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 | ARTS UNIVERSITY BOURNEMOUTH | | Locality | DORSET | | Post town | Bournemouth | | Postcode | BH12 5HH | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLK6 North Somerset, Somerset and Dorset | | ITL 3 | TLK63 Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole | | Local authority | Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole | | Electoral ward | Talbot & Branksome Woods | | Westminster constituency | Bournemouth West | | Delivery location | TLK South West (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 42 - Industrial machinery ### Codes - 42610000 - Machine tools operated by laser and machining centres ## Release History - 15 Jan 2021 at 17:45 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fe27c0f2-979d-4382-80ce-d74bf40a0cbc ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fe27c0f2-979d-4382-80ce-d74bf40a0cbc 15th January 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.mytenders.co.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN161185 NOTE: To register your interest in this notice and obtain any additional information please visit the myTenders Web Site at the link provided. ## Notice URLs - http://www.aub.ac.uk/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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