Small Plant CP6 - Fully Automated Welding System

Tender description

The purpose of this procurement is to secure a contract for the design, manufacture, supply and maintenance of a new Fully Automated Welding System (FAWS) in line with the new NR specification (Jan ’20). The Fully Automated Welding System is used in welding operations across the network. These units shall be to carry out welding operations in line with the specification with a new requirement of meeting NR ergonomics standards for operation by a 2-person team. As above, the objective of this procurement exercise is to secure a replacement FAWS unit suitable for a 2-person lift of maximum 25kg per person. The product must meet the following criteria: • The FAWS units shall be designed and manufactured to the minimum requirements as detailed within the specification. • The product shall be tested to these specifications during the trial phase and only upon successful demonstration of meeting stated minimum requirements will the business commit to purchasing the required units to meet business needs.