Source: https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a13c12-d13c-708a-a170-941cf2fdfb29/manufactured-parts-and-materials-supply-framework-pre-market-engagement cancelled GB open procedure # Manufactured Parts and Materials Supply Framework; pre-market engagement [Offshore Renewable Energy Catapult](https://tendernation.io/buyers/offshore-renewable-energy-catapult) Estimated value Not stated Published 7 Apr 2017 Deadline Rolling deadline ## Who can bid - Sets up a framework Winning a place does not guarantee work: contracts are awarded later as call-offs, and the list usually stays closed for years. - Open procedure Anyone can submit a full tender; there is no shortlisting stage. ## About this tender The Offshore Renewable Energy (ORE) Catapult is the UK's flagship technology innovation and research centre for offshore wind, wave and tidal energy. ORE Catapult works for industry, academia and government to improve technology reliability and enhance knowledge, directly impacting upon the cost of offshore renewable energy. ORE Catapult operates the largest concentration of multi-purpose offshore renewable energy technology test and demonstration facilities in the world for testing next generation offshore wind and tidal equipment. Our facilities, along with our highly experienced multi-disciplinary team of experts and engineers, help to de-risk and accelerate the development and commercialisation of the offshore renewable energy industry in the UK. ORE Catapult provides a controlled testing ground to support projects through all stages of development from prototype to full scale demonstration, helping to tackle the technical, logistical and commercial challenges. For further information on the range of test facilities see the link below. [ore.catapult.org.uk](https://ore.catapult.org.uk/documents/10619/190725/pdf/3e02e6ac-b4b9-4173-8595-cacf233165e3) To ensure efficient and effective delivery of future customer requirements ORE Catapult intends to tender for a new framework contract for "Supply of Manufactured Parts and Materials". It is anticipated that future project requirements may range in value from £5k to £300k, with the majority of requirements at the lower end. For a best value range of suppliers the new framework tender will include Lots for each of: Large Fabrication/Machining and Small Fabrication/Machining. Supply of a range Ferrous/non Ferrous materials is also required. On 15 July 2015 ORE Catapult will be undertaking a Supplier pre-market engagement session to ensure best understanding of current market capabilities prior to publication of a tender notice. All suppliers interested in ORE Catapult requirements are welcome to attend. The session is also an opportunity for interested suppliers to enhance their understanding of the tendering process. All Suppliers intending to attend the pre-market engagement session on 15 July 2015 must register through the "eventbrite" link below by no later than cob 13 July 2015. Please see additional information and details below. Additional information: The supplier pre-market engagement event of 15 July 2015 will commence at 8:30am at Charles Parsons Technology Centre, High Quay, Blyth, NE242AZ. (Registration from 8am). It is anticipated that the pre-market engagement session will be completed no later than mid-day. At the end of the session, there would be a follow on opportunity to participate in an on-site tour of the Test facilities, subject to capacity. Suppliers wishing to attend this pre-market event must register by cob 13 July, including attendee details, through the link below. [eventbrite.co.uk](https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/supplier-pre-market-engagement-consultation-registration-17582749477) For best capacity management a maximum of two attendees is available for each Supplier organisation. Confirmations should also include whether you wish to participate in an on-site tour following on from the pre-market event. ORE Catapult's template Pre-Qualification (PQQ) Supplier Questionnaire, for tender processes, is also currently available from the procurement web page at: [ore.catapult.org.uk/procurement-contracts](https://ore.catapult.org.uk/procurement-contracts) The PQQ template is available for information only at this pre-market engagement stage. Read full description ## CPV classification Metal ores and alloys Source Contracts Finder (UK) [View official notice](https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/notice/8b90432c-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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