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title: "Press for Composites Lab"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0697e3"
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# Press for Composites Lab

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0697e3

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## Summary

The procurement process, initiated by the University of Sheffield, seeks to acquire a press for the Composites Lab within the School of Mechanical, Aerospace and Civil Engineering. This open procedure, with a procurement category of goods, is directed toward a significant investment of £420,000. The tender is active and will close on 29th May 2026 at 12 noon UK time. The press is classified under the CPV code 42636000. Various UK regions, including UKC, UKD, UKE, UKF, UKG, UKH, UKI, UKJ, and UKK, are designated for delivery. The contracting process includes stages for tendering and award, with an anticipated award conclusion by 1st July 2026 and contract execution commencing on 1st August 2026 through to 30th July 2027.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in manufacturing and supplying pressing equipment. Given the open procurement method and its suitability inclusivity for SMEs and voluntary, community, and social enterprises, it can be an ideal venture for a diverse range of suppliers to expand their market reach. Furthermore, the emphasis on quality with an 80% weighting in the award criteria signals an opportunity for manufacturers with high standards and competitive pricing strategies to thrive. With the University of Sheffield as the prominent buyer, businesses could gain significant exposure and establish long-term collaborations within the academic and engineering sectors.

## Notice

he University of Sheffield is acting as a Non Contract Authority for the purpose of this tender exercise. The University of Sheffield is out to tender on behalf of the School of Mechanical, Aerospace and Civil Engineering for a Press for Composites Lab. The full technical specification can be found in the tender documentation which will be sent to you once you have expressed your interest. Tender Process and Documentation: 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: 29th May 2026 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/044004-2026 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender 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 | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 13 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 29 May 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Jul 2026 - 30 Jul 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £420,000 |
| Lots value | £420,000 |
| 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 | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLE Yorkshire and The Humber, TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLI London, TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 42 - Industrial machinery

### Codes

- 42636000 - Presses

## Release History

- 13 May 2026 at 13:56 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/044004-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/044004-2026
  13th May 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/Sheffield
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents
- https://www.sheffield.ac.uk/

## Provenance

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