--- title: "Provision of a High Precision Three-Axial Translation System - Prior Information Notice" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-fbbd3450-932e-4301-a953-cfbecd40d1e1" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-fbbd3450-932e-4301-a953-cfbecd40d1e1" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-fbbd3450-932e-4301-a953-cfbecd40d1e1.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-fbbd3450-932e-4301-a953-cfbecd40d1e1.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHAMPTON" published: "2017-10-06" --- # Provision of a High Precision Three-Axial Translation System - Prior Information Notice Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHAMPTON Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-fbbd3450-932e-4301-a953-cfbecd40d1e1 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-fbbd3450-932e-4301-a953-cfbecd40d1e1) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-fbbd3450-932e-4301-a953-cfbecd40d1e1.json) ## Summary The University of Southampton is seeking suppliers for the provision of a High Precision Three-Axial Translation System, as outlined in a Prior Information Notice (PIN) published on 6th October 2017. This procurement, classified under the CPV code 32343000 (Amplifiers), is currently at the Tender stage and is open for submissions until 19th October 2017 at 12:00 noon local time. The total estimated value of the contract is £200,000, which includes a minimum value of £180,000. The delivery location is the University’s Highfield Campus in Hampshire, United Kingdom, and the contract period is set to commence on 21st November 2017 for one year. This tender presents excellent growth opportunities, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with relevant experience in high precision translation systems. Suppliers capable of providing fully assembled systems, including installation and support services, are encouraged to participate. Businesses that specialise in manufacturing, engineering, or technical solutions related to motion control systems are well-suited to compete in this procurement process, aligning their capabilities with the University’s requirements for quality and service. ## Notice The University of Southampton has a requirement to procure a high precision three-axial translation system. This should include a fully assembled translation system, granite gantry, dedicated motion controller, linear amplifiers, all necessary cables, delivery and installation of the units, software package for interfacing with translation system via G-code and GUI, an operating manual and a 12 month warranty. Additional information: Potential bidders with the genuine capability, demonstrable experience in High Precision Three-Axial Translation Systems and the capacity to meet the requirements set out in this PIN should confirm their interest by downloading, completing and uploading the Questionnaire via the University's tendering portal https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofsouthampton. If you are not already registered as a supplier with the In-Tend Portal, you will need to register your company before accessing the PIN stage. Once registered you will need to express and interest in the project, further details will then become available. To submit your interest on the In-Tend portal 1. Log In 2. My Tenders 3. View PIN details. 4. Browse and upload your return (or Zip File) 5. Once response document is uploaded and displayed in the - My Documents for Return - use - Submit My Return. Please note, to preserve the integrity of the procedure, all queries must be made via In-Tend. We look forward to receiving your response. The Closing Time and Date for receipt of submission is 12:00 noon local time on 19 October 2017. Please be aware that the system will automatically reject any late submissions. The responses to this PIN will be used to inform our decision making. There will be no prejudice to any future procurement procedure by participation in this PIN. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8dd86446-1bc4-48ca-a8f5-23be6dc60784 | | 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 | 6 Oct 2017 | | Submission deadline | 19 Oct 2017 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 21 Nov 2017 - 20 Nov 2018 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £200,000 | | 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 SOUTHAMPTON | | Locality | HAMPSHIRE | | Post town | Southampton | | Postcode | SO17 1BJ | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight | | ITL 3 | TLJ32 Southampton | | Local authority | Southampton | | Electoral ward | Portswood | | Westminster constituency | Southampton Test | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment ### Codes - 32343000 - Amplifiers ## Release History - 6 Oct 2017 at 11:28 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8dd86446-1bc4-48ca-a8f5-23be6dc60784 - 6 Oct 2017 at 11:28 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8dd86446-1bc4-48ca-a8f5-23be6dc60784 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8dd86446-1bc4-48ca-a8f5-23be6dc60784 6th October 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofsouthampton/aspx/ Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## Notice URLs - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofsouthampton ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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