--- title: "5044/AM/CK Laser Powder Bed Fusion System" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06b06c" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-06b06c" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06b06c.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06b06c.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Planning" buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD" published: "2026-06-09" --- # 5044/AM/CK Laser Powder Bed Fusion System Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD Current stage: Planning OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06b06c [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-06b06c) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06b06c.json) ## Summary The University of Sheffield, a distinguished public undertaking located in Sheffield, United Kingdom, is currently in the planning stage of procuring a Laser Powder Bed Fusion System for its Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre (AMRC) North West located in Samlesbury. The procurement process, initiated on 9th June 2026, aims to find a high-calibre supplier capable of delivering, installing, and commissioning state-of-the-art additive manufacturing technology. This open procedure is conducted in alignment with the Procurement Act 2023, with pre-market engagement scheduled to conclude on 11th June 2026. The chosen bidder will engage in the full tender process through the University’s e-tendering system, with project completion expected by the end of March 2027. The tender provides a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in machine tools, particularly in laser-operated and metal-working machinery, to establish themselves within the high-value sectors of aerospace and biomedical industries. Companies with robust, precise, and high-performance laser powder bed fusion technology will find this tender highly advantageous, as it allows them to align with AMRC's pioneering research and influence the future of advanced manufacturing. The tender is well-suited for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) capable of addressing the rigorous demands of producing complex components with stringent tolerances and high-performance standards. ## Notice 5044/AM/CK Laser Powder Bed Fusion System The University of Sheffield wishes to invite tenders for a Laser Powder Bed Fusion System on behalf of the Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre, North West based in Samlesbury. Scope of Requirement The University of Sheffield Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre (AMRC) Northwest, based at our state-of-the-art facility in Samlesbury, is seeking a forward-thinking partner for the supply, installation, and commissioning of a cutting-edge Laser Powder Bed Fusion (LPBF) System. This equipment will act as a cornerstone for our facility's pioneering research, testing, and demonstration activities. By partnering with us, the successful supplier will play a vital role in advancing the AMRC's cutting-edge research into critical additive manufacturing technologies, including design for manufacturability, advanced process parameter development, and innovative process monitoring techniques. We are looking for an industry-leading system that delivers exceptional robustness, high precision, and flawless repeatability. This technology will be instrumental in facilitating the manufacture of complex, high-performance components tailored for highly regulated sectors with demanding tolerance requirements, particularly the aerospace and biomedical industries. This tender represents a unique opportunity for suppliers to showcase the capabilities of their high-end LPBF technology within a world-class research environment, directly impacting the future of advanced manufacturing in these high-value sectors. 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. ### Planning Information Reference: 5044/AM/CK Title: Laser Powder Bed Fusion System Subject: Pre-Market Engagement The details within this notice outline preliminary market engagement undertaken with suppliers. Please see below for further details. Following the Pre-Market Engagement Stage, the full Invitation to Tender document suite will be made available in full at the Tender Notice Stage. Please view this opportunity and documentation on https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sheffield/aspx/Home ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/054071-2026 | | Notice type | UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Not specified | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Planning | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 9 Jun 2026 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | 11 Jun 2026 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 1 Feb 2027 - 31 Mar 2027 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £768,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Planning | | Lots status | Planning | | 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 | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 42 - Industrial machinery ### Codes - 42600000 - Machine tools - 42610000 - Machine tools operated by laser and machining centres - 42611000 - Special-purpose machine tools - 42630000 - Metal-working machine tools ## Release History - 9 Jun 2026 at 08:33 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/054071-2026 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/054071-2026 9th June 2026 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender ## Notice URLs - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/Sheffield - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sheffield/aspx/Home - 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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