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closed GB open procedure Suitable for SMEs

# Tender for the supply and installation of FOUR industrial collaborative robots (esif funded)

[University of Birmingham](https://tendernation.io/buyers/university-of-birmingham)

Estimated value

Not stated

Published

18 Mar 2019

Deadline

Closed

18 Apr 2019

## 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.

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## About this tender

SC7185/19 SUPPLY AND INSTALLATION OF FOUR INDUSTRIAL COLLABORATIVE ROBOTS (ESIF FUNDED)

This project is funded by the European Structural Investment Funds (ESIF) and the procurement is dependent on the final funding agreement.

The University of Birmingham invites tenders for supply of four collaborative robots. The four robots will form facilities created as part of the ERDF project, which will be used to facilitate/support the take-up of high impact remanufacturing technologies by the SMEs in West Midlands. In this context, the robots will be used to develop new applications for the technology in collaboration with technology providers and carry out feasibility studies and pilot projects to address the specific requirements of local SMEs. Therefore, it will be required as part of the project to build strong partnerships with the technology providers and define a joint co-funded R&D programme for the benefits of local businesses.

### General characteristics

The robots should be able to deliver motion planning and execution with high accuracy and repeatability, as well as a safe collaborative environment.

Specification

Essential:

- Three collaborative robots with a payload no less than 14kg
- Integrated vision system for identification and positioning;
- Maximum payload should be no less than 14 kg;
- Reach of arm should be no less than 1m;
- Repeatability should be no more than 0.1mm;
- Maximum speed of any axis should be no less than 120?/s;
- Software tools and instructions should be incorporated for programming, configuration and operation;
- Electric grippers provided.
- One collaborative robot with a payload no less than 5 kg
- Integrated vision system for identification and positioning;
- Maximum payload should be no less than 5kg;
- Software tools and instructions should be incorporated for programming, configuration and operation.

Preferable:

-Force/torque sensors installed on the three high payload robots

All tender questions must be answered within the tender form to facilitate comparison of responses. Please do not just put 'refer to attached documentation'.

Overall budget for this item is up to ?215,000.00 GBP excluding VAT

Additional information: 1.1 All main correspondence should go via the University's In-Tend website. Your tender documents and information must be submitted via In-Tend by the date and time specified; [in-tendhost.com/universityofbirmingham](https://www.in-tendhost.com/universityofbirmingham)

Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

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## CPV classification

Industrial robots

Source

Contracts Finder (UK)

[View official notice](https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/notice/e49d897f-f700-41d6-8a57-b8c374c49eec)

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