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title: "Provision of Forging Expertise"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000661602"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF STRATHCLYDE"
published: "2021-08-18"
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# Provision of Forging Expertise

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF STRATHCLYDE  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000661602

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## Summary

The University of Strathclyde is seeking a consultant for the "Provision of Forging Expertise" to enhance the capabilities of its Advanced Forming Research Centre (AFRC) in Glasgow, UK. The procurement process has reached the Award stage, with the contract valued at £67,800, signed on 23rd July 2021. This open procedure tender was focused on the services industry, specifically in educational support, and is associated with a project involving physical forging trials in collaboration with AFRC staff members.

This contract presents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in forging technologies or consultancy services in research and development. Companies with expertise in manufacturing processes, particularly those familiar with forging equipment and techniques, will find this tender appealing. The involvement in projects at AFRC not only allows for collaboration with a prestigious educational institution but also strengthens connections within the industry, enhancing growth potential for suppliers.

## Notice

The University required a consultant to provide specialist Forging knowledge and advice to support the development of the Advanced Forming Research Centre's (AFRC) FutureForge capability through participation in projects and physical forging trials alongside existing AFRC staff members.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The consultant will support and guide the operation of the AFRC's FutureForge equipment (consisting of an open die, isothermal and closed die capable hydraulic forging press, an electric furnace and a gas furnace) across a range of research and development projects, providing expert guidance to manufacturing engineers, technicians and knowledge exchange staff working within the projects. Working with existing staff, the Consultant will support the development of the centre's technical knowledge and capability on the trimodes of forging and build the centre's portfolio of practical knowledge of forging and its associated technology. The consultant will act as the liaison with industry customers, capitalising on their expertise and reputation to engage industrial members and customers.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG424791 |
| Notice type | PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 18 Aug 2021 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 23 Jul 2021 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £67,800 |

## Status

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

## 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 |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | PRECISION FORGING TECHNOLOGIES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 42 - Industrial machinery
- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 42634000 - Forging machines
- 71600000 - Technical testing, analysis and consultancy services

## Release History

- 18 Aug 2021 at 00:00 - Award - PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG424791

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG424791
  Provision of Forging Expertise - The University required a consultant to provide specialist Forging knowledge and advice to support the development of the Advanced Forming Research Centre's (AFRC) FutureForge capability through participation in projects and physical forging trials alongside existing AFRC staff members.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.strath.ac.uk/
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000661602

## Provenance

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