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title: "Provision of Laser Powder Bed Fusion Machine"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000656541"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH"
published: "2021-11-02"
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# Provision of Laser Powder Bed Fusion Machine

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000656541

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## Summary

The University of Edinburgh is currently conducting an open procurement process for the “Provision of Laser Powder Bed Fusion Machine.” This tender is focused on the education industry and is located in Edinburgh, specifically intended for the Institute for Materials and Processes within the School of Engineering at the university. The deadline for submitting tenders is 29 November 2021 at 12:00 PM. The contract value is set at £165,000 and includes an electronic submission process. The procurement is classified primarily under goods and follows an open procedure.

This opportunity presents significant potential for businesses specialising in metal additive manufacturing and related technologies. Companies that can provide high-quality laser powder bed fusion systems and have experience in installation and technical support would be particularly well-suited to participate in this tender. Furthermore, bidders must demonstrate compliance with stringent technical standards and possess the necessary qualifications and insurance to meet the requirements outlined by the University of Edinburgh.

## Notice

The University of Edinburgh (The Buyer) invites competitive tenders for the supply and delivery of a laser powder bed fusion (L-PBF) system for metal additive manufacturing applications, to be located in the Institute for Materials and Processes, School of Engineering, University of Edinburgh, King's Buildings, Edinburgh, EH9 3FB. The supplier will install and commission the L-PBF at the University of Edinburgh.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The University of Edinburgh (The Buyer) invites competitive tenders for the supply and delivery of a laser powder bed fusion (L-PBF) system for metal additive manufacturing applications, to be located in the Institute for Materials and Processes, School of Engineering, University of Edinburgh, King's Buildings, Edinburgh, EH9 3FB. The supplier will install and commission the L-PBF at the University of Edinburgh

Options: Information regarding optional extras can be found within Schedule 4, Pricing Schedule. The purchase of optional extras is at the discretion of the University.

Renewal: 3 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=NOV431891 |
| 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 | 2 Nov 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 29 Nov 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £165,000 |
| 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

- 38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)
- 38636100 - Lasers

## Release History

- 2 Nov 2021 at 00:00 - Tender - PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV431891

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV431891
  Provision of Laser Powder Bed Fusion Machine - The University of Edinburgh (The Buyer) invites competitive tenders for the supply and delivery of a laser powder bed fusion (L-PBF) system for metal additive manufacturing applications, to be located in the Institute for Materials and Processes, School of Engineering, University of Edinburgh, King's Buildings, Edinburgh, EH9 3FB. The supplier will install and commission the L-PBF at the University of Edinburgh.

## 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-r6ebe6-0000656541
- https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/EN/TXT/HTML/?uri=CELEX:32014L0024&from=EN
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2010/15/contents
- https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk

## Provenance

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