---
title: "Provision of Powder Rheometer for Metal Additive Manufacturing Applications"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000656540"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH"
published: "2021-07-23"
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# Provision of Powder Rheometer for Metal Additive Manufacturing Applications

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000656540

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## Summary

The University of Edinburgh is seeking competitive tenders for the provision and delivery of a state-of-the-art Powder Rheometer designed for metal additive manufacturing applications. This procurement, classified under the education industry category, is currently in the Tender stage. All submissions must be submitted electronically before the deadline of 23rd August 2021, with a contract value estimated at £80,000. The equipment will be delivered to the Institute for Materials and Processes at the University’s King's Buildings in Edinburgh, and suppliers must ensure installation and commissioning of the device.

This opportunity presents a significant avenue for business growth for companies specialising in manufacturing and supply of scientific equipment, particularly those with experience in additive manufacturing technologies. Businesses that meet the strict selection criteria, including financial stability, qualified personnel for installation, and adherence to quality standards, would be well-positioned to compete for this contract. The project can boost suppliers’ visibility in the educational sector, fostering long-term partnerships with a prestigious institution such as the University of Edinburgh.

## Notice

The University of Edinburgh (The Buyer) invites competitive tenders for the supply and delivery of a state-of-the-art Powder Rheometer with capability of controlling the sample's temperature (to a minimum of 500 degC is essential) for metal additive manufacturing applications. The supplier will install and commission the Powder Rheometer.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The University of Edinburgh (The Buyer) invites competitive tenders for the supply and delivery of a state-of-the-art Powder Rheometer with capability of controlling the sample's temperature (to a minimum of 500 degC is essential) for metal additive manufacturing applications. The supplier will install and commission the Powder Rheometer.

Options: Information regarding optional extras can be found within Schedule 4, Pricing Schedule.

Renewal: 2 X 1 year extensions available

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL421974 |
| Notice type | PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 23 Jul 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 23 Aug 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £80,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| 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 EDINBURGH |
| Locality | EDINBURGH |
| Post town | Edinburgh |
| Postcode | EH1 1HT |
| 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 | City Centre |
| Westminster constituency | Edinburgh East and Musselburgh |
| Delivery location | TLM75 City of Edinburgh |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38428000 - Rheometers

## Release History

- 23 Jul 2021 at 00:00 - Tender - PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL421974

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL421974
  Provision of Powder Rheometer for Metal Additive Manufacturing Applications - The University of Edinburgh (The Buyer) invites competitive tenders for the supply and delivery of a state-of-the-art Powder Rheometer with capability of controlling the sample's temperature (to a minimum of 500 degC is essential) for metal additive manufacturing applications. The supplier will install and commission the Powder Rheometer.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.ed.ac.uk/schools-departments/procurement/supplying
- http://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2015/30/contents/enacted
- http://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/2010/493/contents/made
- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2343
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000656540
- https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/EN/TXT/HTML/
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2010/15/contents
- https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk

## Provenance

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