Awarded

Supply of 3D printer for manufacturing continuous carbon fibre reinforced composites

Descriptions

This tender seeks the supply, delivery, installation, and commissioning of a 3D continuous fibre composite printer at the Bay Campus. The primary aim is to enhance research and development capability in advanced manufacturing, with a focus on producing high-strength, lightweight composite structures for engineering applications. The purpose of this requirement is to support ongoing and future projects in aerospace, automotive, and structural engineering that demand high-fidelity, multifunctional prototypes and components. Procuring this system will expand the University’s composite manufacturing infrastructure, foster industrial partnerships, and provide a critical platform for both research and training in next-generation composite technologies.The contract will be awarded to a single provider to ensure full integration of hardware, software,installation, training, and ongoing support. Minimum requirement levels include the ability to print with continuous fibre reinforcement, achieve high dimensional accuracy, and deliver the system within thespecified timeframe. Anticipated outputs include the reliable production of high-strength composite parts, training for staff and students, and sustained technical support to guarantee operational continuity. The requirement will not be split into lots, as delivery through one provider is essential for ensuring seamless compatibility and accountability across all elements of the system.

Timeline

Published Date :

6th Feb 2026 8 days ago

Deadline :

N/A

Contract Start :

N/A

Contract End :

N/A

Tender Regions

Keywords

PE pipe fusion

printing plates

printing media

butt fusion unit

hot plate welder

offset machines

fusion tool

control systems

graphic hardware

cylinder plates

extrusion welder

HDPE pipe fusion

printing forms

fusion press

press equipment

hot air plastic welder

industrial printers

plastic fusion welder

plastic pipe fusion tool

printing machines

thermoplastic welder

plastic repair weld tool

flexographic plates

digital printing presses

printing equipment

poly welding unit

electrofusion coupler

electrofusion equipment

butt fusion machine

pipe fusion machine

solvent welding unit

office automation machines

thermoplastic joining system

information-processing equipment

print production machinery

fusion fume control welder

Let’s Get you Started ✍

Get to see all tender details more briefly

Already have an account ?

Workflows

Status :

Awarded

Procedure :

N/A

Suitable for SME :

N/A

Nationwide :

No

Assign to :

Tender Progress :

0%

Details

Notice Type :

Tender

Tender Identifier :

IT-378-246-T: 2024 - 001

Tenderbase ID :

310724019

Low Value :

£100K

High Value :

£1000K

Buyer Information

Address :

Liverpool Merseyside , Merseyside , L13 0BQ

Website :

N/A

Procurement Contact

Name :

Tina Smith

Phone :

0151 252 3243

Email :

tina.smith@shared-ed.ac.uk