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UNITE PROCUREMENT UK LIMITED

Supply of Multi-Tool Head 3D Printer with Enclosure

Laboratory EquipmentCPV 38000000 38600000 38650000 38652000 42000000 44000000 44100000 44190000 44191000
Value£300k
Deadline16 Mar 2026
Published23 Feb 2026
RegionLondon
Timeline
Published 23 Feb 2026ClosedCloses 16 Mar 2026
Contract value in context
£300ktotal contract value
median £70k
this tender£0£588k

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The brief

Unite Procurement UK Limited (part of Unite Holding SE), on behalf of the Ministry of Defence, is seeking suppliers to join the Unite Procurement Platform to support the supply of Supply of Multi-Tool Head 3D Printer with Enclosure.

The Unite Procurement Platform (Unite | Simplify indirect procurement with our smarter platform) offers a compliant route to market for UK Public Sector organisations to manage low-value, high-volume procurement.

3.1 Equipment Specification The 3D printing system must include: • Large build volume suitable for production scale prototyping • Multiple independent or coordinated toolheads (minimum 5), enabling: o Multi material printing o Multi colour printing o Tool specific capabilities (e.g., extrusion, support material, engineering polymers) • Fully assembled unit ready for operation • Rigid enclosed frame or enclosure bundle for temperature stability, part quality, and operator safety 3.2 Performance Requirements • High dimensional accuracy and repeatability • Automatic or assisted bed levelling • Filament/material compatibility with common engineering materials (PLA, PETG, ABS, nylon, flexible materials, etc.) • Controlled build chamber for improved material performance • Integrated monitoring tools (e.g., sensors, display, software interface) 3.3 Software & Integration • Compatible 3D printing control software • Support for common file formats (e.g., STL, 3MF, OBJ) • Remote monitoring and print management capability (where permitted by security policy) 3.4 Safety & Compliance • Enclosed system to reduce emissions and improve safety • Compliance with relevant UK and EU equipment safety standards • Emergency stop function and thermal protection features How to Apply Interested suppliers should register their interest by contacting Unite Procurement UK Limited and provide details of their product range, modification capabilities, and maintenance services.

Further information on the onboarding process for the Unite Procurement Platform will be provided upon expression of interest and can also be found at the link attached.

Unite Procurement UK Limited does not intend to appoint a sole supplier for this requirement.

Instead, multiple suppliers may be onboarded to the Unite Procurement Platform to ensure a diverse and competitive supply base, supporting flexibility and choice for the Ministry of Defence and associated organisations.

Suppliers are encouraged to express their interest by the stated closing date to ensure early consideration.

However, applications to join the Unite Procurement Platform will be welcome at any time beyond the initial deadline.

Unite Procurement UK Limited reserves the right to review and onboard new suppliers on a rolling basis to meet evolving requirements and to maintain a dynamic and responsive supplier network.

For any enquiries an interest, please email defence.support@unite.eu with the subject title ''TSS 615 ''

Key requirements

What the supplier must deliver

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Unite Procurement UK Limited (part of Unite

Unite Procurement UK Limited (part of Unite Holding SE), on behalf of the Ministry of Defence, is seeking suppliers to join the Unite Procurement Platform to support the supply of Supply of Multi-Tool Head 3D Printer with Enclosure.

02

The 3D printing system must include

The 3D printing system must include:.

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O Tool specific capabilities (e.g., extrusion, support

o Tool specific capabilities (e.g., extrusion, support material, engineering polymers).

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Integrated monitoring tools (e.g., sensors, display, software

Integrated monitoring tools (e.g., sensors, display, software interface).

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3.3 Software & Integration

3.3 Software & Integration.

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