--- title: "5044/AM/CK Laser Powder Bed Fusion System" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06b403" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-06b403" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06b403.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06b403.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "THE UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD" published: "2026-06-12" --- # 5044/AM/CK Laser Powder Bed Fusion System Buyer: THE UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06b403 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-06b403) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06b403.json) ## Summary The University of Sheffield is seeking to procure a Laser Powder Bed Fusion System for its Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre (AMRC) Northwest, located in Samlesbury. This procurement process, titled "5044/AM/CK Laser Powder Bed Fusion System," falls under the "Machine tools" industry category. The contract is part of an open tender procedure, with submissions due by 13th July 2026 and an anticipated contract start date of 1st August 2026. The main goal is to acquire industry-leading technology to facilitate research in additive manufacturing within sectors like aerospace and biomedical industries. The estimated contract value is £768,000 GBP. This tender provides a significant opportunity for businesses with expertise in supplying and installing high-precision laser machining systems. Companies specialising in advanced manufacturing technologies and possessing capabilities in design for manufacturability, process parameter development, and process monitoring techniques would find this project particularly suitable. This contract offers a platform to demonstrate cutting-edge technology in a prominent research environment, potentially leading to further collaboration and expansion in high-value manufacturing sectors. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) that align with these criteria are encouraged to participate in this bidding process. ## 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. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/055701-2026 | | 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 | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 12 Jun 2026 | | Submission deadline | 13 Jul 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 31 Jul 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £768,000 | | Lots value | £768,000 | | 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 | THE 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 | TLE32 Sheffield | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 42 - Industrial machinery ### Codes - 42600000 - Machine tools - 42610000 - Machine tools operated by laser and machining centres - 42630000 - Metal-working machine tools ## Release History - 12 Jun 2026 at 12:12 - TenderUpdate - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/055701-2026 - 12 Jun 2026 at 11:50 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/055676-2026 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/055701-2026 12th June 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/055676-2026 12th June 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender ## Notice URLs - https://neupc.delta-esourcing.com/respond/95AGCPZ776 - https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/signup.html?userType=supplier - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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