--- title: "3139.534.YW.21 Automated Weld Inspection System" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-f6c6d09a-af90-4ba4-aa13-ee7a81b06389" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-f6c6d09a-af90-4ba4-aa13-ee7a81b06389" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-f6c6d09a-af90-4ba4-aa13-ee7a81b06389.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-f6c6d09a-af90-4ba4-aa13-ee7a81b06389.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD" published: "2021-11-12" --- # 3139.534.YW.21 Automated Weld Inspection System Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-f6c6d09a-af90-4ba4-aa13-ee7a81b06389 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-f6c6d09a-af90-4ba4-aa13-ee7a81b06389) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-f6c6d09a-af90-4ba4-aa13-ee7a81b06389.json) ## Summary The University of Sheffield, acting on behalf of the Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre (AMRC), is seeking tenders for the Automated Weld Inspection System. This project, classified under welding equipment, aims to provide a fully automatic solution for non-contact visual inspection of TIG and laser welded components for inclusion in a robotic welding cell installed at the Nuclear AMRC site in Rotherham, UK. The deadline for tender submissions is 10th December 2021 at 12 noon (UK time), marking a critical date in the open procurement process that began with the publication of the tender on 12th November 2021. This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the welding and automation industries, particularly those specialising in non-contact inspection technologies. Suppliers adept at providing integrated solutions for robotic welding systems could see substantial growth by participating in this procurement. The two-stage evaluation process will favour companies demonstrating strong organisational standing and capability, making this an excellent chance for established firms and SMEs with relevant experience to enhance their market presence. ## Notice Nuclear AMRC requires a fully automatic all-in-one solution for non-contact visual inspection of both TIG and laser welded components to be incorporated into a fully automated robotic welding cell. The robotic welding cell will consist of three robots and positioner allowing for: material manipulation, welding, and inspection. The robot cell has not been installed within the Nuclear AMRC site at present and the inspection systems installation is required to coincide with the robotic welding cell installation. The installation of the equipment is to be carried out onsite at the Nuclear AMRC. Commissioning is to be carried out at the Nuclear AMRC and this will be carried out before the system is accepted. CONTRACT REF: 3139/534/YW/21 SUBJECT: Automated Weld Inspection System CONTRACTING AUTHORITY: University of Sheffield, on behalf of the Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre, Wallis Way, Catcliffe, Rotherham, S60 5TZ. GROUP: NAMRC FUNDING: Catapult TENDER RETURN DATE: 10th December 2021 at 12 noon (UK time) 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. Your tender response must be submitted through the University's on line e-tendering system https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sheffield to arrive by the date and time specified above. Late tenders will not be considered. This procurement is an open procedure. It is a 2 stage process carried out simultaneously through your responses to this Invitation to Tender. The answers you supply about your organisational standing, capacity and capability will be evaluated first according to the selection criteria supplied. Only those Suppliers passing the Selection Stage will proceed to have their tenders evaluated at the award stage. Additional information: 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. Your tender response must be submitted through the University's on line e-tendering system https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sheffield to arrive by the date and time specified above. Late tenders will not be considered. This procurement is an open procedure. It is a 2 stage process carried out simultaneously through your responses to this Invitation to Tender. The answers you supply about your organisational standing, capacity and capability will be evaluated first according to the selection criteria supplied. Only those Suppliers passing the Selection Stage will proceed to have their tenders evaluated at the award stage. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3fb1705d-e037-4a02-8276-34752c4410ad | | 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 | 12 Nov 2021 | | Submission deadline | 10 Dec 2021 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 3 Jan 2022 - 3 Jan 2023 | | 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 | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 42 - Industrial machinery - 44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus) - 45 - Construction work ### Codes - 42662000 - Welding equipment - 42662200 - Non-electric welding equipment - 44315100 - Welding accessories - 44315200 - Welding materials - 45262680 - Welding ## Release History - 12 Nov 2021 at 13:14 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3fb1705d-e037-4a02-8276-34752c4410ad - 12 Nov 2021 at 13:12 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3fb1705d-e037-4a02-8276-34752c4410ad - 12 Nov 2021 at 13:06 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3fb1705d-e037-4a02-8276-34752c4410ad ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3fb1705d-e037-4a02-8276-34752c4410ad 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 ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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