Official UK procurement notice
Short Pulse Laser · UK public procurement notice
Authority: University of Sheffield (Education)
What is being bought
Published requirement description4232/AMRC/RH/24 - Short Pulse Laser
The University of Sheffield wishes to invite tenders for a Short Pulse Laser on behalf of the
Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre Factory 2050, Sheffield Business Park, Europa
Avenue, Sheffield, S9 1ZA
The Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre (AMRC) are looking to replace their SPI
redPOWER QUBE 2kW continuous-wave laser currently located at Factory 2050. The main
application of this new laser will be further cutting trials with thin sheets of electrical steel
for the production of electrical machine laminations, initially to produce perforations.
A remote laser cutting is being investigated as an alternative to traditional gantry-mounted
fusion laser cutting. The perceived benefits of this method of cutting are that the cut rate is
increased (the scanner is capable of speeds of up to 8,000 mm/s) and that the thermal
damage (measured in terms of electromagnetic performance, not physical material
properties) is reduced, both with reference to the traditional fusion cutting baseline.
Materials being investigated are high-silicon steel (e.g. NO20) and cobalt iron (e.g.
Hiperco50 - 49% cobalt content). Sheet thicknesses could range from 0.35 mm down to 0.1
mm.
Tender Process and Documentation:
This procurement is an open procedure.
The ITT can be downloaded by registering and expressing your interest on the University`s etendering
system 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 in-tendhost.co.uk/Sheffield ↗
Completed tenders must be returned through the same e-tendering system.
Closing date for receipt of tenders: 21st October 2024 at 12 noon (UK time).
CPV: Industrial lasers · Industrial machinery · Lasers
The lotProcurement structure
single lot · value publishedLot #14232/AMRC/RH/24 - Short Pulse LaserAwardedPublished value£250,000
4232/AMRC/RH/24 - Short Pulse Laser
The University of Sheffield wishes to invite tenders for a Short Pulse Laser on behalf of the Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre Factory 2050, Sheffield Business Park, Europa Avenue, Sheffield, S9 1ZA
The Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre (AMRC) are looking to replace their SPI redPOWER QUBE 2kW continuous-wave laser currently located at Factory 2050. The main application of this new laser will be further cutting trials with thin sheets of electrical steel for the production of electrical machine laminations, initially to produce perforations.
A remote laser cutting is being investigated as an alternative to traditional gantry-mounted fusion laser cutting. The perceived benefits of this method of cutting are that the cut rate is increased (the scanner is capable of speeds of up to 8,000 mm/s) and that the thermal damage (measured in terms of electromagnetic performance, not physical material properties) is reduced, both with reference to the traditional fusion cutting baseline.
Materials being investigated are high-silicon steel (e.g. NO20) and cobalt iron (e.g. Hiperco50 - 49% cobalt content). Sheet thicknesses could range from 0.35 mm down to 0.1mm.
What it takes to wini
How this buyer will score bids.
The evaluation criteria and weights exactly as published on the notice, grouped by family (price, quality, social value and so on).
Evaluation split and conditions of participation as published; the tender pack may add morei
How this buyer will score bids.
The evaluation criteria and weights exactly as published on the notice, grouped by family (price, quality, social value and so on).
Published sub-criteria (2)
- Scope and specification: 80%
- price: 20%
Published award criteria (2)
- Scope and specification: 80
- Price: 20
- Price carries 20 of 100 points: a 10% discount moves about 2 points. The method statement decides this lot, not the discount.
Price arithmetic assumes straight proportional scoring; the tender pack may use another formula.
Procedure terms & legal framework
From the official record- Procedure method
- Open procedure
- Legal basis
- CELEX · 32014L0024 Public Contracts Regulations 2015 (Directive 2014/24/EU)
- Procurement category
- Goods
- Notice status
- Awarded
- Procurement threshold
- Unspecified in notice
- Regulatory regime
- Standard
- Commercial structure
- Stand-alone contract (no framework)
- Competition type
- Competitive procedure
- GPA / WTO covered
- Yes (GPA)
- Recurring procurement
- No (one-off requirement)
- First published
- 19 Sept 2024, 12:22 BST
- Last source update
- 31 Jan 2025, 08:05 GMT
- Award evaluation window
- 21 Oct 2024 – …
- Authority reference
4232/AMRC/RH/24- FTS notice number
2025/S 000-003197- Classification (CPV)
- Delivery area
- Official registry OCID
ocds-h6vhtk-049c36Find a Tender
- Electronic trading
- e-invoicing allowed · electronic ordering · electronic payment
How it was run
Official notice- Submission deadline
- 21 Oct 2024, 12:00 BST
- Submission channel
- {"electronicSubmission"}
- Accepted languages
- en
- Bid validity
- 90 days from the deadline
- Bids opened
- 21 Oct 2024, 13:00 BST
Timeline
21 Oct 2024 → 31 Jan 2025 · 4 dates- Submission deadline21 Oct 2024, 12:00 BST
- Bids opened21 Oct 2024, 13:00 BST
- Contract starts1 Nov 2024
- Notice published31 Jan 2025, 08:05 GMT
Notice history
1 event · 3 releases on Find a Tender- Status changed to complete8 Jan 2025, 13:22 GMT
Commercial outcome & contract awards
Published awards, contracts and bid statistics, not a forecast| Awarded to | Value | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| IPG Photonics (UK)LimitedSME | £193,172 † | — | Awarded |
| IPG Photonics (UK)LimitedSME | £238,911 † | — | Awarded |
Contracts
Short Pulse Laser · IPG Photonics (UK)LimitedSME
- Signed
- 7 Jan 2025
- Value
- £193,172
- Period
- … – 31 Mar 2025
- Status
- active
Contract 003197-2025-4232/AMRC/RH/24-1 · IPG Photonics (UK)LimitedSME
- Signed
- 7 Jan 2025
- Value
- £238,911
- Period
- … – 31 Mar 2025
- Status
- active
- Change The modification involves the procurement of additional items, specifically the wobble drill and cutting head, which are essential for the optimal functionality and performance of the IPG short pulse laser system. These items were not part of the original contract scope but are necessary to enhance the system's capabilities and ensure its effective use. This modification does not alter the fundamental nature of the original contract but rather supplements it with compatible components from the same manufacturer. There have been no previous modifications to the contract. This change aligns with the initial procurement's intent, maintaining technical consistency, operational efficiency, and cost-effectiveness without altering the core contractual obligations., Need for additional works, services or supplies by the original contractor/concessionaire: The modifications such as the wobble drill and cutting head are designed for the IPG short pulse laser, ensuring full compatibility and avoiding integration issues. Using a different supplier could void warranties, require additional modifications, and lack the same level of technical support. Procuring from another supplier would also lead to extra procurement steps, validation costs, training requirements, and potential project delays. Keeping the purchase with IPG ensures seamless integration, system reliability, and cost efficiency.
- Change The modification involves the procurement of additional items, specifically the wobble drill and cutting head, which are essential for the optimal functionality and performance of the IPG short pulse laser system. These items were not part of the original contract scope but are necessary to enhance the system's capabilities and ensure its effective use. This modification does not alter the fundamental nature of the original contract but rather supplements it with compatible components from the same manufacturer. There have been no previous modifications to the contract. This change aligns with the initial procurement's intent, maintaining technical consistency, operational efficiency, and cost-effectiveness without altering the core contractual obligations., Need for additional works, services or supplies by the original contractor/concessionaire: The modifications such as the wobble drill and cutting head are designed for the IPG short pulse laser, ensuring full compatibility and avoiding integration issues. Using a different supplier could void warranties, require additional modifications, and lack the same level of technical support. Procuring from another supplier would also lead to extra procurement steps, validation costs, training requirements, and potential project delays. Keeping the purchase with IPG ensures seamless integration, system reliability, and cost efficiency.
Bid statistics published by the authority
| Bids | SME | VCSE | Valid bid range |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3bids · 3 electronic | — | — | — |
Contracting authority & participating public bodies
Bidders & participating suppliers
1 commercial party on the notice- IPG PHOTONICS (UK) LIMITEDAwarded supplier
Official documents & specifications
Official links; attachments are not copiedNo document links were published on the notice.