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title: "Rotating Spindle Drilling System"
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# Rotating Spindle Drilling System

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-04571a

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## Summary

The University of Sheffield has completed the procurement process for a Rotating Spindle Drilling System, intended for the Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre (AMRC) CYMRU in Broughton, Flintshire. The procurement, identified under the code 4137/CYMRU/RH/24, falls under the industrial machinery category and is especially relevant to aerospace drilling and fastening projects. The process followed an open procedure, with the tender issued on 3rd May 2024 and closed on 10th June 2024. The contract, valued at £213,000 GBP, was awarded to Aertec Solutions Limited on 14th October 2024.

This procurement presents significant growth opportunities for companies in the industrial machinery sector, particularly those specialising in advanced manufacturing technologies. Businesses with expertise in creating complex, sensor-integrated equipment suitable for high-precision aerospace applications will find this tender particularly relevant. The contract requires the system to work with a variety of materials, including carbon fibre-reinforced plastic, aluminium, titanium, and advanced thermoplastic materials, making it ideal for those adept in versatile, multi-material manufacturing processes. Participating in such tenders can boost visibility, credibility, and lead to further high-profile projects within the aerospace and advanced manufacturing industries.

## Notice

4137/CYMRU/RH/24 - Rotating Spindle Drilling System The University of Sheffield wishes to invite tenders for a Rotating Spindle Drilling System on behalf of the Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre CYMRU, Chester Road, Chester, CH4 0DH AMRC Cymru located in Broughton, Flintshire are creating a new centre to carrying out projects and development activities centred around aerospace drilling and fastening. As part of this creation, the AMRC Cymru are looking to purchase a Spindle Drilling system with rotating capabilities. The piece of equipment will sit within an established 7mx7m safety cell and must be able to work alongside our current sensorised coupon holder. The new system must be able to drill holes ranging from 4mm up to 25mm diameters within a range of materials, including: * Carbon Fiber- Reinforced plastic (CFRP) * Aluminium * Titanium * Glass Reinforced Fibre Metal Laminate (GLARE) * Polyetheretherketone PEEK * Resin transfer moulding (RTM) Other thermoplastic materials may be required. Tender Process and Documentation: This procurement is an open procedure. 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: 3rd of June 2024 at 12 noon (UK time).

### Lot Information

Lot 1

4137/CYMRU/RH/24 - Rotating Spindle Drilling System The University of Sheffield wishes to invite tenders for a Rotating Spindle Drilling System on behalf of the Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre CYMRU, Chester Road, Chester, CH4 0DH AMRC Cymru located in Broughton, Flintshire are creating a new centre to carrying out projects and development activities centred around aerospace drilling and fastening. As part of this creation, the AMRC Cymru are looking to purchase a Spindle Drilling system with rotating capabilities. The piece of equipment will sit within an established 7mx7m safety cell and must be able to work alongside our current sensorised coupon holder. The new system must be able to drill holes ranging from 4mm up to 25mm diameters within a range of materials, including: * Carbon Fiber- Reinforced plastic (CFRP) * Aluminium * Titanium * Glass Reinforced Fibre Metal Laminate (GLARE) * Polyetheretherketone PEEK * Resin transfer moulding (RTM) Other thermoplastic materials may be required. Tender Process and Documentation: This procurement is an open procedure. 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: 3rd of June 2024 at 12 noon (UK time).

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/033090-2024 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 15 Oct 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 3 Jun 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 13 Oct 2024 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £250,000 |
| Lots value | £250,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £213,000 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Cancelled |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD |
| Locality | SHEFFIELD |
| Post town | Sheffield |
| Postcode | S10 2TN |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE3 South Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE32 Sheffield |
| Local authority | Sheffield |
| Electoral ward | Broomhill and Sharrow Vale |
| Westminster constituency | Sheffield Central |
| Delivery location | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | AERTEC SOLUTIONS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 42 - Industrial machinery
- 43 - Machinery for mining, quarrying, construction equipment

### Codes

- 42000000 - Industrial machinery
- 42637100 - Machine tools for drilling metal
- 43130000 - Drilling equipment

## Release History

- 15 Oct 2024 at 09:09 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/033090-2024
- 30 May 2024 at 13:21 - TenderUpdate - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016897-2024
- 3 May 2024 at 09:26 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/014304-2024

## Notice URLs

- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/Sheffield
- https://www.in-tendhost.co.uk/Sheffield
- https://www.sheffield.ac.uk/

## Provenance

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