Laser Powder Bed Fusion System Supply and Installation

The University of Sheffield's Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre (AMRC) Northwest is seeking a supplier to provide, install, and commission a state-of-the-art Laser Powder Bed Fusion (LPBF) system at its Samlesbury facility. This cutting-edge equipment will support pioneering research and development activities focused on additive manufacturing technologies, including design optimization, process parameter development, and process monitoring innovations. The system will enable the manufacture of complex, high-precision components for highly regulated industries, particularly aerospace and biomedical sectors with demanding tolerance requirements. The successful supplier will provide an industry-leading LPBF system demonstrating exceptional robustness, precision, and repeatability. This procurement follows an open procedure under the Procurement Act 2023, offering suppliers an opportunity to showcase their advanced manufacturing technology within a world-class research environment.