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title: "CNC Router and Laser Cutter"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000578991"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "EDINBURGH NAPIER UNIVERSITY"
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# CNC Router and Laser Cutter

Buyer: EDINBURGH NAPIER UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000578991

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## Summary

Edinburgh Napier University is conducting a public procurement process for the provision, installation, and servicing of two CNC routers and two laser cutters. This tender, titled "CNC Router and Laser Cutter," falls under the education industry category and is associated with a procurement method classified as an open procedure. The tender period closes on 17 April 2019, with initial contract award details signed on 15 May 2019, indicating the buyer is progressing towards the award stage. The delivery location is specified as Merchiston Campus, Edinburgh (EH10 5DT).

This tender presents significant opportunities for SMEs specialising in manufacturing and engineering equipment. Businesses with expertise in providing CNC machinery, installation services, and ongoing maintenance support would be particularly well-suited to compete for this contract. The requirement for UK/European built machines suggests a preference for local suppliers who can offer high-quality equipment and support, making this a promising contract for businesses wishing to expand their market presence in the educational sector.

## Notice

The Authority is seeking Contractor(s) to provide, install and service two CNC routers and two laser cutters.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

4.1 Equipment List Please refer to Appendix F for full details of the required equipment. 4.2 CNC Routers The machines must conform to all current safety regulations and have the CE mark of European standard qualification. Our preference is for a UK/European built machine which has an accessible service/support plan and is capable of importing designs from a range of file formats (STL) via included intuitive educational interface software. It will cut a wide variety of materials at speeds suitable for volume output as well as one off detailed design applications. The smaller of the 2 CNC machines will be fitted with a 4th rotary axis and 3D scanning attachment. Both machines must be fully enclosed and include: Vacuum bed Tooling package High RPM for heavy duty cutting (6000rpm) Integrated dust extractor Suitable extraction fully fitted and ready to use Software licence The Maximum footprint of the larger machine is approx: Height 1500mm Width 1800mm Depth 1000mm Cutting Area approx. 1200mm x 600mm For illustrative purposes only, possible models include Denford 6600 for the larger machine and Denford 2600 for the smaller machine. Other models which meet the requirements will also be considered. 4.3 Laser Cutters 2 x Class 1 Lasers fully enclosed with protective covers. The machines must conform to all current safety regulations and have the CE mark of European standard qualification. Our preference is for a UK/European built machine which has an accessible service/support plan and is capable of importing designs from a range of file formats (Adobe illustrator/AutoCAD) via included intuitive educational interface software. They will cut a wide variety of materials at speeds suitable for volume output as well as one off detailed design applications. Maximum machine size: Height 1100mm Width 2100mm Depth 1300mm Laser Output : 1 x 100 watt & 1 x 50 watt sealed, air cooled aluminium tube. (5 - 7 year tube life) Irrigation 6 PSI Airflow Pump (Compressor) Extraction Communication Via USB Port Blade Bed Or Similar - additional to standard honeycomb bed to allow for the processing of heavier/thicker material For illustrative purposes only, possible models include CAD CAM Technology Laser Model FB15100 for the larger machine and CAD CAM Technology Laser Model FB750 for the smaller machine. Other models which meet the requirements will also be considered. 4.4 Delivery, set up and training The machines are to be delivered early June to: Edinburgh Napier University Room B.20 Merchiston Campus 10 Colinton Road Edinburgh EH10 5DT Machines will require to be installed and training provided for 2 technicians. 4.5 Servicing and Maintenance We require a UK based supplier who can provide servicing and parts replacement for the CNC Routers and Laser Cutters.

Renewal: Optional for service/maintenance contract

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY354291 |
| Notice type | PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 16 May 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 17 Apr 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 15 May 2019 |
| Contract period | 3 Jun 2019 - 28 Jun 2019 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £115,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | EDINBURGH NAPIER UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | EDINBURGH |
| Post town | Edinburgh |
| Postcode | EH6 8DE |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM1 East Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM13 City of Edinburgh |
| Local authority | City of Edinburgh |
| Electoral ward | Leith |
| Westminster constituency | Edinburgh East and Musselburgh |
| Delivery location | TLM75 City of Edinburgh |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ACTIVE ENERGY SOLUTIONS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 42 - Industrial machinery

### Codes

- 42600000 - Machine tools
- 42610000 - Machine tools operated by laser and machining centres

## Release History

- 16 May 2019 at 00:00 - Award - PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY354291
- 28 Mar 2019 at 00:00 - Tender - PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR349737

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR349737
  CNC Router and Laser Cutter - The Authority is seeking Contractor(s) to provide, install and service two CNC routers and two laser cutters.
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAY354291
  CNC Router and Laser Cutter - The Authority is seeking Contractor(s) to provide, install and service two CNC routers and two laser cutters.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.napier.ac.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000578991
- https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/esop/pts-host/public/pts/web/login.html

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