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title: "The Provision of an Automated High Precision Optical 3D Scanner"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000601566"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF STRATHCLYDE"
published: "2019-10-21"
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# The Provision of an Automated High Precision Optical 3D Scanner

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF STRATHCLYDE  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000601566

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## Summary

The University of Strathclyde is in the planning stage for a tender titled "The Provision of an Automated High Precision Optical 3D Scanner" aimed at the education sector. Located in Glasgow, UK, the tender is part of their procurement process for goods and is linked to the Advanced Forming Research Centre (AFRC) in Inchinnan. The relevant date for potential bidders to note is 30 October 2019, when future notices related to this procurement will be issued.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in precision measuring equipment and automation technology to engage with a reputable academic institution. Companies that manufacture or supply high-tech optical scanning devices, integrated software solutions, and robust measurement systems would be particularly well-suited to compete for this contract. The project not only enhances the research capabilities of the University but also offers possible collaboration and innovation avenues for successful bidders.

## Notice

An automated high precision optical 3D scanner is required at the Advanced Forming Research Centre (AFRC) in Inchinnan. The equipment is required to conduct measurement on a range of different components, with the ability for high throughput, and the inclusion of integrated software for comparison with CAD data.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

An automated high precision optical 3D scanner is required to conduct measurement on a range of different components, with the ability for high throughput, and the inclusion of integrated software for comparison with CAD data. The core requirements of the machine(s) are detailed below: - Fully automated scanning system capable of determining pose and number of scans - Operated without the need of an experienced robot programmer - A measuring area covering the range of 200 mm2 - 800 mm2 - Extendable measuring area beyond the maximum measuring area - up to 2500 mm2 - Compliance with VDI/VDE 2634 Part 3: 2008 with the stated performance specifications set out below using standard acceptance artefact: - MA = 200 mm2/ MA = 800 mm2 - PF

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT369847 |
| Notice type | OJEU - F1 - Prior Information Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 21 Oct 2019 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 30 Oct 2019 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Planned |
| Lots status | Planned |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF STRATHCLYDE |
| Locality | GLASGOW |
| Post town | Glasgow |
| Postcode | G1 1QE |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM3 West Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM32 Glasgow City |
| Local authority | Glasgow City |
| Electoral ward | Anderston/City/Yorkhill |
| Westminster constituency | Glasgow North East |
| Delivery location | TLM82 Glasgow City |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

### Codes

- 38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

## Release History

- 21 Oct 2019 at 00:00 - Planning - OJEU - F1 - Prior Information Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT369847

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT369847
  The Provision of an Automated High Precision Optical 3D Scanner - An automated high precision optical 3D scanner is required at the Advanced Forming Research Centre (AFRC) in Inchinnan. The equipment is required to conduct measurement on a range of different components, with the ability for high throughput, and the inclusion of integrated software for comparison with CAD data.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=601566
- http://www.strath.ac.uk/
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000601566

## Provenance

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