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title: "The Provision of High-End Aerospace Grade Metallic 3D Printer"
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# The Provision of High-End Aerospace Grade Metallic 3D Printer

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-fec60858-26db-4ebf-842c-c90c6100ff7e

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence is currently seeking tenders for "The Provision of High-End Aerospace Grade Metallic 3D Printer." This procurement falls under the industry category of goods, specifically related to laser printers, and is located in the East of England, UK. The tender is at the active stage and is set to close on 15th November 2021. The total contract value is £916,000, and the contract's duration is from 1st April 2022 to 31st March 2027. Interested parties are required to submit their expressions of interest by completing a Pre-Qualifying Questionnaire on the Defence Supplier Portal.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses that specialise in advanced manufacturing technologies, particularly those with capabilities in 3D printing and related software. Companies providing training services in this area may also find this opportunity aligned with their offerings. As the procurement method is selective, businesses that meet the pre-qualifying criteria will be well-placed to compete. This project not only fosters innovation within the defence sector but also encourages partnerships and collaborations among technology providers.

## Notice

The provision of a high-end aerospace grade metallic 3D Printer, software and training to be commissioned into RAF Wittering to enable Research, Innovation & Experimentation into Additive Manufacturing (AdM). To express your interest, please complete the Pre-Qualifying Questionnaire (PQQ) on the Defence Supplier Portal (DSP) .

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d536ba9d-4268-4685-814e-5b28ef780ab0 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 12 Oct 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 15 Nov 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2022 - 31 Mar 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £916,000 |
| 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 | MINISTRY OF DEFENCE |
| Locality | HIGH WYOMBE |
| Post town | Hemel Hempstead |
| Postcode | HP14 4UE |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLJ13 Buckinghamshire |
| Local authority | Buckinghamshire |
| Electoral ward | Ridgeway West |
| Westminster constituency | Mid Buckinghamshire |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages

### Codes

- 30232110 - Laser printers

## Release History

- 12 Oct 2021 at 11:44 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d536ba9d-4268-4685-814e-5b28ef780ab0

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d536ba9d-4268-4685-814e-5b28ef780ab0
  12th October 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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