Estimated Value
Up to £410,000
Deadline
13 August 2025
Published
18 July 2025
Type
Not specified
Overview
The University of Sheffield’s Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre (AMRC) is considering the future procurement of a robotic cell to support research into Digital Product Passports (DPPs)—digital records that capture key data about a product’s materials, manufacturing history, and end-of-life options. The proposed robotic cell would be located at our Factory 2050 facility and used to demonstrate automated disassembly of an electric motor.
The system would read and write data throughout the process to support research into circular manufacturing and highlight how DPPs can enable more sustainable industrial practices. The cell will also act as a demonstration platform for UK manufacturers, showcasing cutting-edge technologies that support the development and use of DPPs. Any subsequent procurement process will be conducted in accordance with the Procurement Act 2023, ensuring transparency, equal treatment, and open competition.
Regulations cited
- Procurement Act 2023
Submission
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 Closing date for receipt of tender return: August 13th, 2025 at 12:00 noon (UK Time)
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UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELDKey Dates
Published
18 July 2025
Submission deadline
13 August 2025
Notice type
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