# 2276 RFQ RB - Direct Energy Deposition Device for laser cladding and laser welding

> Tender notice from UK public-sector procurement sources.

## Key facts

- Public buyer: [The University of Nottingham](/buyers/the-university-of-nottingham/contract-awards)
- Tender value: £38,000
- Published: 1 May 2024
- Planned start: 24 May 2024
- Planned end: 29 August 2025
- Stage: open_tender
- Procurement category: goods
- Notice ID: 6ead318e-5114-4bdc-9ab3-dc313642925e-746721
- OCID: ocds-b5fd17-dd797eae-6e32-4f19-8b1c-d7f7517516bb

## Description

Introduction - This is formal request for quotation with information, instructions and guidance following consideration of which the proposal submission should be completed and returned by all Suppliers who wish to quote for the contract\. Note, throughout the Request for Quotation \(RFQ\) documentation the University of Nottingham will be referred to as the UoN\. Synopsis & Brief -The University of Nottingham Rolls-Royce UTC In Manufacturing and On-Wing Technology are looking to purchase a Direct Energy Deposition \(DED\) system to realize the laser cladding on aerospace superalloys\. This system needs to be capable of wire cladding and powder cladding, and the laser cladding head needs to be detachable for potential modification\. This device aims to investigate the combination of laser cladding and in-situ milling, and also further study the cladding process of superalloys\. Moreover, potential requirements for laser welding applications should be reached on this laser device\. Objectives - To secure value for money goods and services for the UoN Estimated Value - The estimated value including import, duty, shipping, and installation costs is between £34,000 ~ £38,000 \(without VAT\) Contract/Framework duration - The Contract will be established for an initial provision of equipment, essential training and a minimum 12-month warranty period with technical support and maintenance services on an ongoing basis\. Additional information: Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

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## Source

[View the original notice on Contracts Finder](https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6ead318e-5114-4bdc-9ab3-dc313642925e-746721)