---
title: "Provision of 3D Printer"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-d495c155-3f80-42b3-9a62-da6d3db1b162"
canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-d495c155-3f80-42b3-9a62-da6d3db1b162"
markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-d495c155-3f80-42b3-9a62-da6d3db1b162.md"
json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-d495c155-3f80-42b3-9a62-da6d3db1b162.json"
source: "Contracts Finder"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "FCDO SERVICES"
published: "2025-05-20"
---

# Provision of 3D Printer

Buyer: FCDO SERVICES  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d495c155-3f80-42b3-9a62-da6d3db1b162

[View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-d495c155-3f80-42b3-9a62-da6d3db1b162)  
[Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-d495c155-3f80-42b3-9a62-da6d3db1b162.json)

## Summary

The contracting authority, FCDO Services, based in Milton Keynes, England, recently concluded a public procurement process for the provision of a 3D printer. This process followed an open procedure (below threshold) with a tender period ending on 30th March 2025, and awarded the contract to RAM Peripherals Limited. The procurement fell under the industry category of 'Printers and plotters' (CPV code 30232100). The contract, valued at £52,500, commenced on 31st March 2025 and concluded on 1st April 2025, with the award status being active as of 30th March 2025.

This tender presents significant opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), particularly those operating in the field of printing and technology services, due to its open procurement method. Companies equipped to supply and support advanced printing equipment would find a valuable growth opportunity in similar tenders. The success of RAM Peripherals Limited, classified as an SME, underscores the potential for smaller businesses to effectively compete and secure government contracts in this sector. Business growth can be bolstered by engaging in such government procurement processes, expanding market reach and fostering innovation through practical applications of new technologies like 3D printing.

## Notice

Open procedure (below threshold)

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ed1dc918-74f0-4661-b828-c58ba56901dd |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 May 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 30 Mar 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 30 Mar 2025 |
| Contract period | 30 Mar 2025 - 1 Apr 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £52,500 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £52,500 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | FCDO SERVICES |
| Locality | MILTON KEYNES |
| Post town | Milton Keynes |
| Postcode | MK19 7BH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLJ12 Milton Keynes |
| Local authority | Milton Keynes |
| Electoral ward | Newport Pagnell North & Hanslope |
| Westminster constituency | Milton Keynes North |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | RAM PERIPHERALS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages

### Codes

- 30232100 - Printers and plotters

## Release History

- 20 May 2025 at 12:00 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ed1dc918-74f0-4661-b828-c58ba56901dd

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ed1dc918-74f0-4661-b828-c58ba56901dd
  20th May 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. The canonical page is https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-d495c155-3f80-42b3-9a62-da6d3db1b162. The underlying structured data is available as OCDS JSON at https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-d495c155-3f80-42b3-9a62-da6d3db1b162.json.