--- title: "4998/AM/GM - Digital Product Passport Cell R3" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0661c6" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-0661c6" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0661c6.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0661c6.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD" published: "2026-04-14" --- # 4998/AM/GM - Digital Product Passport Cell R3 Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0661c6 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-0661c6) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0661c6.json) ## Summary The University of Sheffield has initiated a tender for the supply and commissioning of a Digital Product Passport Cell within the Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre (AMRC) at their Factory 2050 in Catcliffe, South Yorkshire. This procurement process, currently in the tender stage, follows an open procedure as per the Procurement Act 2023 and aims to bolster research on digital passports by showcasing technologies relevant to the automated disassembly of electric motors. Interested parties must submit tenders electronically prior to the closing date of 11 May 2026 at 12 noon (UK time). The project falls under the industry category of Laboratory, Optical, and Precision Equipments, with additional focus on industrial robots and software development services, valued at approximately £480,000 gross. This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in robotics, precision machinery, and software development to engage with cutting-edge manufacturing research. The work is geared towards integrating innovative technologies to promote circular manufacturing practices, offering companies a platform to demonstrate their capabilities to UK manufacturers. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with experience in developing special-purpose machinery, industrial robots, or industry-specific software are well-suited to compete in this procurement, given the emphasis on quality and price within the award criteria. This engagement can enhance participants' visibility and potentially establish partnerships within the UK's advanced manufacturing sector. ## Notice 4998/AM/GM Digital Passport Cell The University of Sheffield wishes to invite tenders for a Digital Passport Cell on behalf of the Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre, Integrated Manufacturing Group at Catcliffe, South Yorkshire. Scope of Requirement To enable our research in this area, the AMRC is inviting tenders for the design, supply and commissioning of a robotic cell on the workshop floor of our Factory 2050 building which will allow our researchers to test and develop technologies relevant to a Digital Passport. We would like to demonstrate these technologies in a cell that is designed to read and write data during the automatic disassembly of an electric motor. This is an ideal demonstration scenario as the key driver behind the introduction of Digital Passports is that they should enable greater circularity in manufacturing industries. As well as acting as a research tool the cell should also be designed to facilitate the AMRC's aim of advancing UK manufacturing by demonstrating key technologies to UK manufacturers during visits to our facility. Please note that the work of the AMRC involves exploring new technologies which have the potential to deliver benefits to UK manufacturing; we are not a manufacturing organisation looking for a production ready solution. Tender Process and Documentation: This procurement is an open procedure conducted in accordance with the Procurement Act 2023. 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: May 11, 2026 at 12 noon (UK time). ### Planning Information The University of Sheffield’s Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre (AMRC) is considering the future procurement of a robotic cell to support research into Digital Product Passports (DPPs)—digital records that capture key data about a product’s materials, manufacturing history, and end-of-life options. The proposed robotic cell would be located at our Factory 2050 facility and used to demonstrate automated disassembly of an electric motor. The system would read and write data throughout the process to support research into circular manufacturing and highlight how DPPs can enable more sustainable industrial practices. The cell will also act as a demonstration platform for UK manufacturers, showcasing cutting-edge technologies that support the development and use of DPPs. We are carrying out preliminary market engagement to better understand current capabilities and innovations available in the market. This early engagement will help shape a fair, open, and realistic procurement process. We welcome input from potential suppliers and integrators on how their solutions could meet our initial needs. In particular, we would appreciate information on: Relevant technologies or approaches Indicative delivery timelines Non-binding pricing guidance to support early budgeting. Please note: this is not a formal procurement exercise. No commitment is being made at this stage, and participation in this engagement will not give any advantage in any future procurement. Any subsequent procurement process will be conducted in accordance with the Procurement Act 2023, ensuring transparency, equal treatment, and open competition. 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 Closing date for this market engagement is March 18th, 2026 at 12:00 noon (UK Time) ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/033775-2026 | | Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning, Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 14 Apr 2026 | | Submission deadline | 11 May 2026 | | Future notice date | 18 Mar 2026 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 10 Jun 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £400,000 | | Lots value | £400,000 | | 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 | 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 | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses) - 42 - Industrial machinery - 43 - Machinery for mining, quarrying, construction equipment - 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support ### Codes - 38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses) - 38970000 - Research, testing and scientific technical simulator - 42600000 - Machine tools - 42611000 - Special-purpose machine tools - 42990000 - Miscellaneous special-purpose machinery - 42997300 - Industrial robots - 43800000 - Workshop equipment - 72200000 - Software programming and consultancy services - 72212100 - Industry specific software development services ## Release History - 14 Apr 2026 at 12:50 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/033775-2026 - 4 Mar 2026 at 10:25 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019337-2026 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/033775-2026 14th April 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019337-2026 4th March 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/Sheffield 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 ## Notice URLs - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents - https://www.sheffield.ac.uk/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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