Source: https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a13bfd-7ff2-70b0-a6cb-5a65e5c41ccb/266swn15-hot-isostatic-powder-processing-consultancy closed GB open procedure Suitable for SMEs # 266/SW/N/15 Hot Isostatic Powder Processing Consultancy [University of Sheffield](https://tendernation.io/buyers/university-of-sheffield) Estimated value £40 to £170,000 Published 16 Jul 2015 Deadline Closed 17 Aug 2015 ## Who can bid - Buyer says suitable for SMEs The buyer ticked “suitable for SMEs” on the notice. Anyone can still bid. - Open procedure Anyone can submit a full tender; there is no shortlisting stage. [More contracts for small businesses and VCSEs](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/for-small-businesses) ## About this tender 266/SW/N/15 Hot Isostatic Powder Processing Consultancy The University of Sheffield, Nuclear Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre wishes to procure services of a specialist consultant with specific experience and expertise in Hot Isostatic Powder Processing of metallic materials, in particular in the manufacture of stainless steel and nickel based components. A consultant is required with specific experience and knowledge of Powder Metallurgy and Hot Isostatic Pressing (PM/HIP) in order to support Nuclear AMRC in research and development activities. This tender will establish a framework agreement for services, the number of days required is envisaged to be in the region of 60 per twelve months, but this quantity is not guaranteed and may be higher or lower. The award of the agreement does not guarantee any amount of work. The ITT can be downloaded by registering and expressing your interest on the University's e-tendering system: [in-tendhost.co.uk/Sheffield](https://in-tendhost.co.uk/Sheffield). Any queries or issues arising from this exercise may be directed through this system. Completed tenders must be returned through the same e-tendering system. The closing date for return of tenders is 17th of August 2015 12 noon (UK Time) Additional information: 266/SW/N/15 Hot Isostatic Powder Processing Consultancy The University of Sheffield, Nuclear Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre wishes to procure services of a specialist consultant with specific experience and expertise in Hot Isostatic Powder Processing of metallic materials, in particular in the manufacture of stainless steel and nickel based components. A consultant is required with specific experience and knowledge of Powder Metallurgy and Hot Isostatic Pressing (PM/HIP) in order to support Nuclear AMRC in research and development activities. This tender will establish a framework agreement for services, the number of days required is envisaged to be in the region of 60 per twelve months, but this quantity is not guaranteed and may be higher or lower. The award of the agreement does not guarantee any amount of work. The ITT can be downloaded by registering and expressing your interest on the University's e-tendering system: [in-tendhost.co.uk/Sheffield](https://in-tendhost.co.uk/Sheffield). Any queries or issues arising from this exercise may be directed through this system. Completed tenders must be returned through the same e-tendering system. The closing date for return of tenders is 17th of August 2015 12 noon (UK Time) Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No [in-tendhost.co.uk/sheffield/aspx](https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sheffield/aspx/) Read full description ## CPV classification Research and development services and related consultancy services Source Contracts Finder (UK) [View official notice](https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/notice/9612ca07-adc8-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b) 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. 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