Source: https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a13bc2-1d3d-7396-af59-299c76d2dcb2/large-ti-furnace-hydraulic-modifications awarded GB direct award procedure # Large Ti Furnace Hydraulic Modifications [University of Sheffield](https://tendernation.io/buyers/university-of-sheffield) Estimated value Not stated Published 27 Aug 2025 Deadline Rolling deadline ## About this tender The requirement is for the servicing and modernization of the VAC 4 titanium vacuum arc re-melting furnace (304170) hydraulic system. The VAC 4 is a unique national research asset and the largest furnace of its type in the UK, enabling strategic development of largescale titanium castings. Reliability issues have arisen due to the hydraulic control system design, which now requires modification to ensure safe and reliable operation. The scope includes replacement of actuator seals, system flushing, and modernization of the hydraulic tank (bulkhead transitions, filter adapters, breather filter, condensate drip tray with drainage). The works also cover modification of the Power Ram actuator, including installation of three counter-balance valves. On-site attendance will be provided by SWSA and B&I Hydraulika teams for 3 weeks, extended to 5 weeks with an additional fitter if required. Due to the bespoke nature of the equipment, only the original equipment manufacturer has the technical knowledge and authority to undertake these works while maintaining UKCA compliance. Source Find a Tender (UK) · Notice ocds-h6vhtk-058e52-2025-08-27T11:38:38+01:00 [View official notice](https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/ocds-h6vhtk-058e52-2025-08-27T11:38:38+01:00) Never miss a tender like this again Get AI summaries, deadline alerts and a bid pipeline for tenders matched to your business. Free to start. [Track tenders free](https://tendernation.io/register) [Buyer profile University of Sheffield: past awards and live tenders](https://tendernation.io/buyers/university-of-sheffield) ## More tenders like this [Bannister Sports Centre Athletic Track Soft Market Testing Exercise · Harrow Council · 38 days left · 26 Nov 2026](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a1540d-d9e4-71cb-ad57-1603e9042fec/bannister-sports-centre-athletic-track-soft-market-testing-exercise) [Hdc-1714 wadkins pavilion refurbishment · Harborough District Council · 39 days left · 27 Nov 2026](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a155bf-f664-72f9-9823-a85d6cddbdc6/hdc-1714-wadkins-pavilion-refurbishment) [Design, supply, and Installation of Newbiggin Skatepark Extension · Newbiggin Town Council · 35 days left · 23 Nov 2026](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a15552-19a2-7348-a5cc-3f5ae51ef934/design-supply-and-installation-of-newbiggin-skatepark-extension) [Tender for the design, supply, delivery and installation of a modular UNIT and associated works at ARC healthy living, irvinestown. peaceplus funded upgrade works · Fermanagh and Omagh District Council · 14 days left · 2 Nov 2026](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a15552-1b74-73ec-a6f6-a1af37959997/tender-for-the-design-supply-delivery-and-installation-of-a-modular-unit-and-a) [Architectural, design and building consultancy services - Dalby Visitor Centre · Forestry Commission · 25 days left · 13 Nov 2026](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a15552-1b8a-7041-80fb-e4943876fc38/architectural-design-and-building-consultancy-services-dalby-visitor-centre) [QW Planned and Reactive Facilities Management Services · Qualifications Wales · 42 days left · 30 Nov 2026](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a15552-1c32-72a6-a86e-45f144e2f84b/qw-planned-and-reactive-facilities-management-services)