---
title: "Tameside College - ITT for the provision of Desktop CNC machines"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-060b70"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "TAMESIDE COLLEGE"
published: "2026-01-30"
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# Tameside College - ITT for the provision of Desktop CNC machines

Buyer: TAMESIDE COLLEGE  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-060b70

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## Summary

Tameside College has issued an invitation to tender for the provision of desktop CNC milling machines, with the procurement process currently in the tender update stage as of 30 January 2026. The contract, valued at approximately £80,000, is part of the "below threshold - open competition" procurement method and focuses on the acquisition of transportable, desktop-friendly CNC milling machines to aid learners and apprentices. Located in Ashton Under-Lyne, within the UKD35 region of the United Kingdom, Tameside College's procurement falls under the goods category and adheres to the legal guidelines specified under UKPGA 2023/54. Key dates include the enquiry period ending on 28 January 2026 and the tender period closing at 20:00 UTC on 30 January 2026. The expected start and end date for the contract are 1 March 2026 and 28 February 2027, respectively.

This tender presents a significant growth opportunity, especially for businesses focusing on manufacturing and supplying CNC milling machines. With an emphasis on quality (60% weight) and competitive pricing (40% weight) in the award criteria, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to participate. The delivery and implementation of these machines offer a chance to establish or expand a foothold in the educational sector, catering to institutions looking to enhance their technical training capabilities. The openness of the competition also invites a diverse range of suppliers to engage in this growth-oriented procurement process.

## Notice

Tameside College requires a desktop CNC milling machine which is designed to be transportable and sit on desktop or trolly system, this is to give learners / apprentices better preparation time before they move onto the main CNC machines.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/008502-2026 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 30 Jan 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 30 Jan 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Mar 2026 - 28 Feb 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £80,000 |
| Lots value | £80,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Active |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | TAMESIDE COLLEGE |
| Locality | ASHTON UNDER-LYNE |
| Post town | Oldham |
| Postcode | OL6 6NX |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD35 Greater Manchester South East |
| Local authority | Tameside |
| Electoral ward | Ashton St Michael's |
| Westminster constituency | Ashton-under-Lyne |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 42 - Industrial machinery

### Codes

- 42623000 - Milling machines

## Release History

- 30 Jan 2026 at 14:09 - TenderUpdate - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/008502-2026
- 21 Jan 2026 at 15:39 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/005427-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/008502-2026
  30th January 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/005427-2026
  21st January 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://suppliers.multiquote.com
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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