--- title: "3136.526.LT.RAPD.21 Supply of a Containment Solution" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-e4d8e04e-c522-4354-a25e-bd793e8e1921" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-e4d8e04e-c522-4354-a25e-bd793e8e1921" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-e4d8e04e-c522-4354-a25e-bd793e8e1921.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-e4d8e04e-c522-4354-a25e-bd793e8e1921.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD" published: "2021-12-06" --- # 3136.526.LT.RAPD.21 Supply of a Containment Solution Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e4d8e04e-c522-4354-a25e-bd793e8e1921 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-e4d8e04e-c522-4354-a25e-bd793e8e1921) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-e4d8e04e-c522-4354-a25e-bd793e8e1921.json) ## Summary The University of Sheffield is currently seeking tenders for the design and production of a containment solution for a Grob G550T machine tool, located in Catcliffe, South Yorkshire. This procurement process falls under the 'goods' category and is classified as industrial machinery. The tender period is set to end on 8th December 2021, with the contract expected to commence on 3rd January 2022 and to run until 3rd January 2029. This is an open procurement process conducted in accordance with the Defence and Security Public Contracts Regulations 2011, requiring potential bidders to sign a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) before accessing tender documents. This opportunity could significantly benefit businesses specialising in industrial machinery and containment solutions, particularly those with experience in designing enclosed systems for machine tools. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to participate. The specifications necessitate expertise in creating solutions that manage gas levels and ensure safety under pressure conditions, making this a viable tender for firms that excel in engineering, design, and innovative manufacturing processes. ## Notice The University of Sheffield wishes to invite tenders for design and production of a containment solution for a Grob G550T machine tool on behalf of the Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre, Castings Group at Catcliffe, South Yorkshire. Scope of Requirement The design and production of a containment solution for a Grob G550T machine tool to allow for machining to occur within an argon atmosphere. The solution should be able to contain the machine tool and additional related equipment (e.g. a swarf conveyor) and as such will have an approximate internal volume of 6400 x 2900 x 3320 mm. The containment area should be capable of achieving a 50ppm oxygen content and should include sensors to monitor oxygen, argon and moisture levels within the containment and enable the detection of any leaks of the containment area (resulting in either unplanned argon egress or oxygen ingress into the containment area). The bag should be capable of holding the argon under slight positive pressure (e.g. 1.2 bar) and should include a relief valve system to prevent catastrophic failure of the bag in the event of an over pressurisation. Tender Process and Documentation: This procurement is conducted in accordance with the Defence and Security Public Contracts Regulations 2011. An NDA will need to be signed before the ITT is released via tracked and signed for mail. The Non Disclosure Agreement (NDA) will need to be completed and returned via the in-tend system https://in-tendhost.co.uk/Sheffield. You will need to complete the contact detail form and return with the NDA for the ITT to be sent via tracked and signed for mail, this will be an encrypted USB. Any queries regarding this Invitation to Tender should be submitted through the University's e tendering system https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sheffield via the Correspondence facility. Additional information: An NDA will need to be signed before the ITT is released via tracked and signed for mail. The Non Disclosure Agreement (NDA) will need to be completed and returned via the in-tend system https://in-tendhost.co.uk/Sheffield. Delivery Notes AMRC Sheffield Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/93ab008d-7cbd-483b-a34c-5e6dcfc15e9c | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 6 Dec 2021 | | Submission deadline | 8 Dec 2021 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 3 Jan 2022 - 3 Jan 2029 | | 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 | UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD | | Locality | ROTHERHAM | | Post town | Sheffield | | Postcode | S60 5TZ | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber | | ITL 2 | TLE3 South Yorkshire | | ITL 3 | TLE34 Rotherham | | Local authority | Rotherham | | Electoral ward | Rother Vale | | Westminster constituency | Rotherham | | Delivery location | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 42 - Industrial machinery ### Codes - 42000000 - Industrial machinery - 42670000 - Parts and accessories of machine tools ## Release History - 6 Dec 2021 at 11:54 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/93ab008d-7cbd-483b-a34c-5e6dcfc15e9c - 16 Nov 2021 at 09:23 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/93ab008d-7cbd-483b-a34c-5e6dcfc15e9c ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/93ab008d-7cbd-483b-a34c-5e6dcfc15e9c 6th December 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sheffield/aspx/ Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## Notice URLs - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/Sheffield - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sheffield ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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