--- title: "Automatic Screen Printer for Printed Electronics" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-d7ae8fcd-37dd-49a9-91b4-cc75462f93d2" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-d7ae8fcd-37dd-49a9-91b4-cc75462f93d2" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-d7ae8fcd-37dd-49a9-91b4-cc75462f93d2.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-d7ae8fcd-37dd-49a9-91b4-cc75462f93d2.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "THE UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER" published: "2018-01-18" --- # Automatic Screen Printer for Printed Electronics Buyer: THE UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d7ae8fcd-37dd-49a9-91b4-cc75462f93d2 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-d7ae8fcd-37dd-49a9-91b4-cc75462f93d2) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-d7ae8fcd-37dd-49a9-91b4-cc75462f93d2.json) ## Summary The University of Manchester is currently running a tender for the procurement of an Automatic Screen Printer for Printed Electronics, aiming to enhance their capabilities within the field of graphene and related 2D materials. This initiative falls under the Graphene Engineering and Innovation Centre (GEIC), which is set to be a state-of-the-art facility in Manchester, expected to open in Summer 2018. The tender period closes on 19th February 2018, with the contract anticipated to commence on 23rd February 2018 and run until 30th June 2018. This procurement follows an open procedure, indicating significant opportunities for a wide array of bidders, especially those involved in the manufacture of printing technology and electronics. This tender presents an exciting opportunity for SMEs and businesses specialising in advanced manufacturing, particularly those focusing on printed electronics, nanomaterials, and modular equipment design. As the equipment will primarily be used for printing applications involving graphene and other carbon-based nanomaterials, companies with expertise in these areas would be particularly well-suited to submit bids. Participation in this contract could facilitate broader collaborations with a prestigious institution, enhancing visibility and potential for future contracts in cutting-edge research and development projects. ## 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 the 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 circa 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 temporally 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 We are interested in purchasing a fully automatic screen printing machine capable of printing materials for printed electronics applications. The machine will be predominantly used for carbon based nanomaterials including graphene on paper, plastic and textiles. A modular design would be of interest as it is for industrial scale up. Batch and/or roll-to-roll ... 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/174a8361-f3c9-4f02-818d-a3bb5bf8fb4d | | 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 | 18 Jan 2018 | | Submission deadline | 19 Feb 2018 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 23 Feb 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 - 30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages - 31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting ### Codes - 30232100 - Printers and plotters - 31712000 - Microelectronic machinery and apparatus and microsystems - 31712100 - Microelectronic machinery and apparatus - 31712300 - Printed circuits ## Release History - 18 Jan 2018 at 11:24 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/174a8361-f3c9-4f02-818d-a3bb5bf8fb4d ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/174a8361-f3c9-4f02-818d-a3bb5bf8fb4d 18th 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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