Source: https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a13ba1-a9b8-719f-8389-eadfe872e45b/purchase-of-ultra-precision-diamond-turning-lathe-system

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# Purchase of Ultra Precision Diamond Turning Lathe System

[Awe plc](https://tendernation.io/buyers/awe-plc)

Often single bidder

Estimated value

Not stated

Published

18 Sept 2023

Deadline

Closed

18 Oct 2023

## About this tender

AWE has a requirement for a replacement Ultra Precision Diamond Turning Lathe capability within our facilities.

This procurement is part of an obsolescence programme that aims to purchase a replacement diamond turning lathe system to replace AWE's ageing Precitech Nano 250 unit used to make highly accurate components used in various physics experiments.

The principal requirements are to:

Delivery, installation, and commission of a single new Ultra Precision Diamond Turning Lathe to be carried out at AWE, Aldermaston, Reading, RG7 4PR.

Provide training as part of the commission of the new instrument.

Supplier capability to provide a support package for at least 5 years for maintenance and repairs support. Quantity or scope: Estimated Range excluding VAT: between 500,000 and 600,000 Currency: GBP

## CPV classification

Lathes, boring and milling machine tools

Source

Find a Tender (UK) · Notice ocds-h6vhtk-04018a-2023-09-18T11:18:57+01:00

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