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5044/AM/CK Laser Powder Bed Fusion System

Published 9 Jun 2026
9 Jun 2026


Reference: 5044/AM/CK
5044/AM/CK Laser Powder Bed Fusion System The University of Sheffield wishes to invite tenders for a Laser Powder Bed Fusion System on behalf of the Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre, North West based in Samlesbury. Scope of Requirement The University of Sheffield Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre (AMRC) Northwest, based at our state-of-the-art facility in Samlesbury, is seeking a forward-thinking partner for the supply, installation, and commissioning of a cutting-edge Laser Powder Bed Fusion (LPBF) System. This equipment will act as a cornerstone for our facility's pioneering research, testing, and demonstration activities. By partnering with us, the successful supplier will play a vital role in advancing the AMRC’s cutting-edge research into critical additive manufacturing technologies, including design for manufacturability, advanced process parameter development, and innovative process monitoring techniques. We are looking for an industry-leading system that delivers exceptional robustness, high precision, and flawless repeatability. This technology will be instrumental in facilitating the manufacture of complex, high-performance components tailored for highly regulated sectors with demanding tolerance requirements, particularly the aerospace and biomedical industries. This tender represents a unique opportunity for suppliers to showcase the capabilities of their high-end LPBF technology within a world-class research environment, directly impacting the future of advanced manufacturing in these high-value sectors. Tender Process and Documentation: This procurement is an open procedure conducted in accordance with the Procurement Act 2023. The ITT can be downloaded by registering and expressing your interest on the University`s e-tendering system https://in-tendhost.co.uk/Sheffield If you have any questions or comments in relation to this tender they must be submitted via the In-tend System, this can be accessed at https://in-tendhost.co.uk/Sheffield Completed tenders must be returned through the same e-tendering system.

Full CPV breakdown

  • 42600000 — Machine tools (primary)

Notice details

Buyer type
Other public body
Contract type
Goods
Main category
Goods
Legal basis
UKPGA 2023/54
Notice status
Planning
Language
EN
Published
09 Jun 2026 09:33
OCID
ocds-h6vhtk-06b06c
Notice ID
5044/AM/CK

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Organisations

Name UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD
Address › Street Firth Court, Western Bank
Address › Town / city Sheffield
Address › Postcode S10 2TN
Address › Country GB
Address › Country United Kingdom
Address › Region (NUTS) UKE32
Role buyer
Link https://www.sheffield.ac.uk/
Classification › Description Public undertaking

Buyer

Name UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD

Planning

Milestone › Type engagement
Milestone › Description Reference: 5044/AM/CK Title: Laser Powder Bed Fusion System Subject: Pre-Market Engagement The details within this notice outline preliminary market engagement undertaken with suppliers. Please see below for further details. Following the Pre-Market Engagement Stage, the full Invitation to Tender document suite will be made available in full at the Tender Notice Stage. Please view this opportunity and documentation on https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sheffield/aspx/Home
Milestone › Due 11 Jun 2026
Milestone › Status scheduled
Document › Document type Market engagement notice
Document › Description Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender
Document › Link https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/054071-2026
Document › Published 9 Jun 2026

Tender

Title 5044/AM/CK Laser Powder Bed Fusion System
Item › CPV › CPV 1 › Description Machine tools
Item › CPV › CPV 2 › Description Machine tools operated by laser and machining centres
Item › CPV › CPV 3 › Description Special-purpose machine tools
Item › CPV › CPV 4 › Description Metal-working machine tools
Value › Value incl. VAT £768,000
Value › Currency GBP
Category goods
Lot › Suitable for › SMEs Yes
Lot › Contract period › Start 1 Feb 2027
Lot › Contract period › End 31 Mar 2027
Lot › Status planning
Status planning
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