--- title: "4153/AMRC/GM/24 Fibre Reinforced Thermoplastic Tape Development Cell R2 - AWARD" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-ffe970b2-5c38-4b3c-af6f-4e11e9c46fdd" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-ffe970b2-5c38-4b3c-af6f-4e11e9c46fdd" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-ffe970b2-5c38-4b3c-af6f-4e11e9c46fdd.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-ffe970b2-5c38-4b3c-af6f-4e11e9c46fdd.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD" published: "2024-08-21" --- # 4153/AMRC/GM/24 Fibre Reinforced Thermoplastic Tape Development Cell R2 - AWARD Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-b5fd17-ffe970b2-5c38-4b3c-af6f-4e11e9c46fdd [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-ffe970b2-5c38-4b3c-af6f-4e11e9c46fdd) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-ffe970b2-5c38-4b3c-af6f-4e11e9c46fdd.json) ## Summary The procurement process initiated by the University of Sheffield focuses on acquiring a Fibre Reinforced Thermoplastic Tape Development Cell for the Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre, Composite Group at Catcliffe, South Yorkshire. This tender falls under the "Industrial machinery" industry category, with additional relevance to miscellaneous general and special-purpose machinery, special-purpose machine tools, and industrial robots. The procurement method utilised is an open procedure in accordance with the Public Contracts Regulations 2015. The entire process, which has now reached the award stage, progressed with key phases including an end date for tenders on June 7, 2024, and the commencement of the contract on August 22, 2024, scheduled to conclude by October 16, 2025. The project is targeted towards a location within Yorkshire and the Humber region, specifically at postal code S60 5TZ. This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in the development and supply of industrial machinery, specifically those capable of delivering high-precision, specialised equipment such as fibre reinforced thermoplastic tape development lines and slitting machines. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs) stand to benefit greatly from participating in this tender, especially those with a proven track record in innovative manufacturing technologies. The successful contractor, Cygnet Texkimp, highlights the level of expertise and capability required, making it an attractive prospect for companies looking to expand their footprint in university-led research and development collaborations. ## Notice 4153/AMRC/GM/24 Fibre Reinforced Thermoplastic Tape Development Cell R2 The University of Sheffield wishes to invite tenders for a Fibre Reinforced Thermoplastic Tape Development Cell on behalf of the Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre, Composite Group at Catcliffe, South Yorkshire. Scope of Requirement The University of Sheffield (AMRC Composites Centre) has a requirement for an open access Fibre Reinforced Thermoplastic Tape Development Cell. This equipment will be used on commercial and grant funded projects that work with both academia and industry partners to deliver cutting edge research into fibre reinforced thermoplastic composites. The equipment consists of 2 major assets, which need to be supplied by the same company as part of this tender. -Fibre reinforced thermoplastic tape development line -Slitting machine for thermoplastic tapes Tender Process and Documentation: This procurement is an EU open procedure conducted in accordance with the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 The ITT can be downloaded by registering and expressing your interest on the University's e-tendering system https://in-tendhost.co.uk/Sheffield If you have any questions or comments in relation to this tender they must be submitted via the In-tend System, this can be accessed at https://in-tendhost.co.uk/Sheffield Completed tenders must be returned through the same e-tendering system. Closing date for receipt of tenders: June 7, 2024 at 12 noon (UK time). ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/faba537b-29aa-460c-90f0-087b04389aca | | Notice type | Award Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 21 Aug 2024 | | Submission deadline | 7 Jun 2024 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 12 Jun 2024 | | Contract period | 21 Aug 2024 - 16 Oct 2025 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | £1,092,590 | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Complete | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Active | | 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 | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 1 | | Supplier names | CYGNET TEXKIMP | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 42 - Industrial machinery ### Codes - 42000000 - Industrial machinery - 42600000 - Machine tools - 42611000 - Special-purpose machine tools - 42900000 - Miscellaneous general and special-purpose machinery - 42997300 - Industrial robots ## Release History - 21 Aug 2024 at 14:01 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/faba537b-29aa-460c-90f0-087b04389aca ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/faba537b-29aa-460c-90f0-087b04389aca 21st August 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder ## 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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