---
title: "Supply & Delivery of Inconel 718 plate material for the MUSIC project"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000741900"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF STRATHCLYDE"
published: "2023-08-21"
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# Supply & Delivery of Inconel 718 plate material for the MUSIC project

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF STRATHCLYDE  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000741900

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## Summary

The University of Strathclyde, based in Glasgow, UK, has initiated a tender process for the Supply & Delivery of Inconel 718 plate material for the MUSIC project in the education industry category. The tender is currently in the active status, with a submission deadline of 1st September 2023. The procurement method is an open procedure, and the main procurement category is goods. The tender aims to support the development of a new manufacturing method for aerospace components and offers business opportunities for suppliers in the aerospace industry.

This tender by the University of Strathclyde presents a growth opportunity for suppliers of Inconel 718 plate material within the aerospace sector. Businesses capable of providing high-quality plate material meeting the specified standards are well-suited to compete. The tender aligns with the University's project focused on cost reduction in aerospace engine manufacturing. Suppliers with experience in aerospace materials and component manufacturing are encouraged to engage with the University to explore potential business collaborations and growth prospects.

## Notice

The Advanced Forming Research Centre require plate material to be procured to support the AFRC-CRAD-06177 MUSIC project (Manufacturing Unequalled by Sustainable Innovation & Cost) The project is focussed on developing a new method of manufacture for aerospace specific components, aiming at cost reduction across a range of aerospace engines. A supplier will be required to provide Inconel 718 plate material to a specified standard (AMS5596 with SABRe Release). The plate thickness required is specified within the tender documentation (2 lots) with finishing on both sides and cut to a suitable size to accommodate a minimum of 3 round blanks of 820mm diameter.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The Advanced Forming Research Centre require plate material to be procured to support the AFRC-CRAD-06177 MUSIC project (Manufacturing Unequalled by Sustainable Innovation & Cost) The project is focussed on developing a new method of manufacture for aerospace specific components, aiming at cost reduction across a range of aerospace engines. A supplier will be required to provide Inconel 718 plate material to a specified standard (AMS5596 with SABRe Release). The plate thickness required is 9.0mm with finishing on both sides and cut to a suitable size to accommodate a minimum of 3 round blanks of 820mm diameter.

Options: Description of options: The Contracting Authority reserves the right to request additional services from the successful Tenderer, either intended extension of existing services or in replacement of existing services. The Contracting Authority may at its sole discretion exercise this option.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG486458 |
| 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 | 21 Aug 2023 |
| Submission deadline | 1 Sep 2023 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| 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 | Active |
| Lots status | Active |
| 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

- 14 - Mining, basic metals and related products
- 44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

### Codes

- 14622000 - Steel
- 44450000 - Mild steel

## Release History

- 21 Aug 2023 at 00:00 - Tender - PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG486458

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG486458
  Supply & Delivery of Inconel 718 plate material for the MUSIC project - The Advanced Forming Research Centre require plate material to be procured to support the AFRC-CRAD-06177 MUSIC project (Manufacturing Unequalled by Sustainable Innovation & Cost) The project is focussed on developing a new method of manufacture for aerospace specific components, aiming at cost reduction across a range of aerospace engines. A supplier will be required to provide Inconel 718 plate material to a specified standard (AMS5596 with SABRe Release). The plate thickness required is specified within the tender documentation (2 lots) with finishing on both sides and cut to a suitable size to accommodate a minimum of 3 round blanks of 820mm diameter.

## Notice URLs

- http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2343
- http://www.scotcourts.gov.uk
- http://www.strath.ac.uk/
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000741900
- https://www.gov.scot/policies/public-sector-procurement/community-benefits-in-procurement/
- https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/esop/pts-host/public/pts/web/login.html

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