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title: "XM-60 Multi-Axis Calibrator"
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# XM-60 Multi-Axis Calibrator

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-df1e5311-fd54-4968-831e-8ad0e8aea6c6

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## Summary

The procurement process, titled "XM-60 Multi-Axis Calibrator," was conducted by the University of Sheffield, a prominent institution based in Sheffield, England. This tender falls under the "Machine tools" category of the industry and involves the procurement of equipment meant for measuring the accuracy of laser trackers and robotic arms. With a total value of £90,000, the process concluded at the award stage. The procurement method utilised was a single-source approach, specifically through an Alternative Procurement Route Justification (APJ). The tender process ended on 1st July 2025, while the awarded contract started on 7th July 2025 and is set to run until 6th July 2026. The key industry location is identified by the postal code S9 1ZA.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for large machine tool manufacturers, given its focus on advanced calibration equipment. Businesses engaged in high-precision engineering and those with the capability to supply such equipment can leverage this contract to expand their market presence, especially in academic and research institutions. The awarded supplier was Renishaw UK Sales Limited, indicating a preference for experienced companies in the domain. Small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the field may find similar opportunities beneficial as they can showcase innovation and high-quality offerings to gain contracts in this competitive marketplace.

## Notice

measuring the accuracy of laser trackers and robotic arms

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c326d97e-088a-4a1f-8ad6-6f7fbe778ade |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - Alternative Procurement Route Justification (APJ) - single source |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 16 Jul 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 1 Jul 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 6 Jul 2025 |
| Contract period | 6 Jul 2025 - 6 Jul 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £90,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £90,000 |
| 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 | UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD |
| Locality | SHEFFIELD |
| Post town | Sheffield |
| Postcode | S10 2TN |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE3 South Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE32 Sheffield |
| Local authority | Sheffield |
| Electoral ward | Broomhill and Sharrow Vale |
| Westminster constituency | Sheffield Central |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | RENISHAW UK SALES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 42 - Industrial machinery

### Codes

- 42600000 - Machine tools

## Release History

- 16 Jul 2025 at 14:05 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c326d97e-088a-4a1f-8ad6-6f7fbe778ade

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c326d97e-088a-4a1f-8ad6-6f7fbe778ade
  16th July 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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