Metal Additive Manufacturing System

Tender description

1998/385/EML/DPG/18 Metal Additive Manufacturing System The University of Sheffield, Design Prototyping Group (DPG) wishes to invite tenders for the provision of a Metal Additive Manufacturing System (MAMS). Scope of Requirement The system should be capable of building complex three dimensional metal parts directly from a CAD data file through sequential addition of metal powder in layers, which is then subsequently melted. The MAMS will be used to design and manufacture prototype components for a range of applications catering to industries such as aerospace, medical, space and automotive. The MAMS must be able to process reactive powders in a safe environment either through integrated ATEX rated sieving capability (preferred) or an external closed looped sieve system (compatible with MAMS). Tender Process and Documentation: This procurement is an EU open procedure carried out in accordance with the Regulations (Public Contracts Regulations 2015). 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. Closing date for receipt of tenders: 5th of September 2018 at 12 noon (UK time).