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title: "CNC Lathe"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0674e3"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF SUSSEX(THE)"
published: "2026-03-26"
---

# CNC Lathe

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF SUSSEX(THE)  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0674e3

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## Summary

The University of Sussex, a sub-central government public authority located in Falmer, Brighton, has completed the procurement process for a CNC Lathe, specifically the TM8Mi XP live tooling turning centre. This procurement falls under the civil engineering machinery category and is part of a limited competition process below threshold as per the UKPGA 2023/54 legal framework. The contract was awarded on 26th March 2026, with a duration extending until 26th March 2028, at a gross value of £123,507.60. The goods involved are intended for delivery across various regions within the United Kingdom, ensuring broad geographical service operations.

This tender presents growth opportunities for businesses specialising in civil engineering machinery, particularly SMEs like Hurco Europe Ltd, which successfully secured the contract as the supplier. Firms with expertise in CNC lathe manufacturing and tooling services may find similar contracts lucrative, enhancing their market presence and diversifying their client base. Participating in tenders governed by universities and public institutions can bolster business credentials and open pathways for further contractual engagements with educational and governmental entities. The procurement method prioritises efficient delivery, creating avenues for competitive yet targeted bids from suitably equipped companies.

## Notice

TM8Mi XP live tooling turning centre and additional items/services/warranties

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027828-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - limited competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 26 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 26 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 26 Mar 2026 - 26 Mar 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £102,923 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF SUSSEX(THE) |
| Locality | FALMER, BRIGHTON |
| Post town | Brighton |
| Postcode | BN1 9RH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex |
| ITL 3 | TLJ21 Brighton and Hove |
| Local authority | Brighton and Hove |
| Electoral ward | Coldean & Stanmer |
| Westminster constituency | Brighton Pavilion |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | HURCO EUROPE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 43 - Machinery for mining, quarrying, construction equipment

### Codes

- 43310000 - Civil engineering machinery

## Release History

- 26 Mar 2026 at 11:38 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027828-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027828-2026
  26th March 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.sussex.ac.uk
- https://www.hurco.eu/contact/
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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