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Open for bidsUnited KingdomGoods£166,667Add to pipeline

Laser Powder Bed Fusion (LPBF) System (3D Printer)

Nottingham Trent University(buyer)

Published
Published 12 November 2026
Deadline
Deadline: 9 December 2026 (27 days left)
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Overview

Nottingham Trent University is procuring a metal-powder 3D-printing system based on laser powder bed fusion (LPBF) technology to support research capabilities, regional business partnerships, and external services for SMEs. The platform will complement existing advanced characterisation, aerothermal, and mechanical testing infrastructure for high-performance metal components. The active contract opportunity has an estimated value of £166,667, with submissions due by 9 December 2026.

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Key details

Country
United Kingdom
Status
Open for bids
Category
Goods
Estimated value
£166,667
Procedure
Below threshold - open competition
Rules
Procurement Act 2023
SME suitable
Yes
Published
12 November 2026
Questions by
2 December 2026
Deadline
9 December 2026
Classification (CPV)
Printers and plottersLaser printersLaboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)Command and control system, printing, graphics, office automation and information-processing equipmentPrinting machinery

Competition and scoring criteria

Expected competition

4

Median bids on comparable tenders

Open and restricted tenders in Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages drew a median of 4 bids over the last 24 months; 30% received only one.

How bids will be scored

Price 35% · Quality 65%

  • Technical - LPBF machine and process capability15.5%
  • Technical Capability - Powder handling, safety, openness and reuse13.8%
  • Technical Capability - Software openness and customisation12.4%
  • Value added collaboration and strategic partnership3.3%
  • Service Delivery10%
  • Sustainability10%
  • Commercial Offer - Cost35%

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Market context

Typical award in Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages

£119,560

Median of 2,365 awards in the last 24 months

Nottingham Trent University in the last 12 months

30

contracts awarded, worth £45,343,003 in total

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Notice history

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  1. Contract Notice

    12 November 2026

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