Source: https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a13c1f-32ec-72bb-9df6-31eca38dd4dc/procurement-of-automated-curtain-manufacturing-machinery closed GB open procedure Suitable for SMEs # Procurement of automated curtain manufacturing machinery [Sash Interiors Limited](https://tendernation.io/buyers/sash-interiors-limited) Estimated value £50,000 to £60,000 Published 12 Jul 2018 Deadline Closed 22 Jul 2018 ## Who can bid - Buyer says suitable for SMEs The buyer ticked “suitable for SMEs” on the notice. Anyone can still bid. - Small contract value Valued under £135,018 including VAT, the lowest Procurement Act threshold for goods and services. - 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 Sash Interiors Ltd are seeking companies to supply, install and provide training in the use of 2 soft furnishings manufacturing machines. The machines required are: - Vertical cutting machine Cut joint curtain panels to a specified length using a vertically operated mechanism. materials required to be cut include; cotton, poly-cotton, linen, twill, wool, wool blends and other materials typically used in the makeup of soft furnishings. The machine must be able to hold the lining and face fabrics separately to allow a difference in cut length of up to 3" between the lining and face fabric. The machine must be able to handle cut lengths of up to 300cm with a width of up to 400cm. - Curtain heading machine An automated curtain heading finishing machine. Any of the following heading options will be considered equally: Pencil pleat, Pinch pleat, Eyelet, Goblet and wave. The machine is required to either attach buckram/heading tape or insert eyelets or pinch pleat finishes to already headed curtains. The project includes the supply, installation and staff training on the new machines. This project is subject to part funding by the European Regional Development Fund as part of the European Structural and Investment Growth Programme 2014-2020. Please send any specifications and questions to: - Christian Smith - Sales Manager - Sash Interiors Ltd - - 07904861554 Criteria for decision making: - Match with the specification for materials, functions and size. - Value - Price and quality compared. - Track record and reviews of supplier tendering. - Ability to provide installation and staff training Please send all quotes to: ### Christian Smith - Sales Manager - Sash Interiors Ltd - - 07904861554 Read full description ## CPV classification Industrial machinery Source Contracts Finder (UK) [View official notice](https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/notice/2c1becb4-8ea5-45d5-af5d-ddc33cda5e80) 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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