Electronic, electromechanical and electrotechnical supplies

Tender description

STFC is a world-leading multi-disciplinary science organisation, whose goal is to deliver economic, societal, scientific and international benefits to the UK and its people – and more broadly to the world. STFC intend to set up a call-off contract for the supply of various motion control unit solutions for a large range of motion applications for future motion projects and existing motion system obsolescence. Subject to satisfactory performance, the contract will last for 4 years. STFC intends to award a call-off contract with the successful bidder that will allow for the purchase of various solutions, for a large range of motion applications. Subject to satisfactory performance, the contract will last for 4 years. These solutions will be used to control new axes of motion and may also replace existing motion control units. The solution must be able to actuate a range of motor types and/or applicable motor driver amplifiers. It must also interface to various expansion modules as required — such as safety, I/O, and communication modules. Where applicable, and doing so achieves a cost benefit to STFC ISIS, the contract will be used to purchase these drives, modules, and further accessories. Contractual process for purchase orders. — requirement (including any customisation and inclusion of specific/additional modules and components that may be required) is identified by STFC and sent to the supplier, — supplier will confirm the price/lead time, — if acceptable, STFC will then issue a purchase order (quoting the contract number) for that specific purchase. To participate in this procurement, participants shall first be registered on the e-Sourcing Suite. If bidders have not yet registered on the e-Sourcing Suite, this can be done online at: https://gpsesourcing.cabinetoffice.gov.uk/emptoris By following the above link “Supplier e-Sourcing Registration”. Please note that, to register, bidders must have a valid DUNS number (as provided by dun and bradstreet) for the organisation which you are registering, who will be entering into a contract if Invited to do so. Note: registration may take some time please ensure that you allow a sufficient amount of time to register. Full instructions for registration and use of the system can be found at https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/esourcing-tool-guidance-for-suppliers once you have registered on the e-Sourcing suite, registered user can express an interest for a specific procurement. This is done by emailing ExpressionOfInterest@crowncommercial.gov.uk