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UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD

5044/AM/CK Laser Powder Bed Fusion System

Industrial MachineryCPV 42610000
ValueValue not published
Deadline
Published9 Jun 2026
RegionNationwide
Who to contact
Charlotte Kelly
procurement@sheffield.ac.uk

The procurement contact named on the official notice.

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The brief

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.

Key requirements

What the supplier must deliver

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The University of Sheffield Advanced Manufacturing Research

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.

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This equipment will act as a cornerstone

This equipment will act as a cornerstone for our facility's pioneering research, testing, and demonstration activities.

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If you have any questions or comments

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.

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Completed tenders must be returned through

Completed tenders must be returned through the same e-tendering system.

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Stage
planning · Planning
Source
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Buyer ref
054071-2026
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