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title: "3135.525.JN.RAPD.21 Supply of a Wire Electro Discharging Machine (EDM) tool"
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# 3135.525.JN.RAPD.21 Supply of a Wire Electro Discharging Machine (EDM) tool

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-f41d2be4-36fe-40aa-b18d-8aff49adf725

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## Summary

The University of Sheffield is inviting tenders for the supply of a Wire Electro Discharging Machine (EDM) tool on behalf of the Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre located in Catcliffe, South Yorkshire. This procurement is currently at the Tender stage, with submissions due by 13th December 2021 at 12:00 noon. The procurement method is open, following the Defence and Security Public Contracts Regulations 2011, with the contract anticipated to start on 3rd January 2022 and last until 3rd January 2029. The relevant industry category is classified under Machine Tools, with a focus on special-purpose equipment for manufacturing applications.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs) that specialise in manufacturing equipment, installation, and commissioning services. Companies experienced in providing advanced manufacturing technologies, especially those with expertise in machine tool supply and installation, will find this contract particularly suited for developing partnerships and expanding their market presence in the advanced manufacturing sector.

## Notice

The University of Sheffield wishes to invite tenders for the supply of a Wire Electro Discharging Machine (EDM) tool on behalf of the Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre, at Catcliffe, South Yorkshire. Scope of Requirement The supply, installation and commissioning of a Wire Electro Discharging Machine (EDM) tool at the AMRC. The equipment is to be used for the removal of headers from cast parts, preparation of test samples and other general machining activities. 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. Tender return date is 13th December 12:00 noon Additional information: 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. 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/50940e5b-2d83-4602-95b7-01529f02fb04 |
| 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 | 12 Nov 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 10 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

- 42600000 - Machine tools
- 42610000 - Machine tools operated by laser and machining centres
- 42611000 - Special-purpose machine tools

## Release History

- 12 Nov 2021 at 15:07 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/50940e5b-2d83-4602-95b7-01529f02fb04
- 12 Nov 2021 at 15:05 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/50940e5b-2d83-4602-95b7-01529f02fb04

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/50940e5b-2d83-4602-95b7-01529f02fb04
  12th November 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

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