269/SW/N/15 Framework for Supply of Metallic Powders

269/SW/N/15 Framework for Supply of Metallic Powders The University of Sheffield wishes to invite tenders for supply to the Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre at Catcliffe and to Faculty of Engineering at Sheffield. Scope of Requirement: The University of Sheffield wishes to establish a framework agreement with a number of Suppliers to enable requirements for metallic powders to be called off, for supply in the most economically advantageous manner.

This requirement for metallic powder feed stocks arises from the technologies employed at both the Mercury Centre and AMRC; these processes currently include the following: • Additive Layer Manufacturing • Metal Injection Moulding (MIM) • Hot Isostatic Pressing (HIP) • Spark Plasma Sintering (SPS) • Diode Laser Cladding (DLC) Framework will be for initial period from September 2015 until September 2016 with an option to extend annually, post review on each anniversary, until September 2019. Tender Process and Documentation: This is an E.U open exercise.

The ITT can be downloaded by registering and expressing your interest on the University`s e-tendering system https://in-tendhost.co.uk/Sheffield. Closing date for receipt of tenders: 21st of August 2015 at 12 noon (UK time).