Scope
Reference
UoS/DH/24/25/QTR4/
Description
The University of Salford are currently looking to purchase a 3D printer to produce custom made insoles for specific service user requirements. We are looking for a device which can offer at least 10 different densities within the printed layers to offload pressure areas on the foot. Insoles need to be produced with minimum modification following printing ready for us to use. 3D printing capability with a minimum printing height of 5 millimetres and a maximum height of 5 centimetres. Capable of producing 230 pairs per month with minimum waste (we are not looking for a carving solution). The software needs to be specific to the industry offering all the adaptations required - metatarsal bars, sinks, valgus arch profiles at different heights, heel dish, skives etc. For educational purposes the successful provider needs to provide software and hardware support for future use of a minimum of 10 years.
2. Body Scan high precision non - contact camera portable white light 3D scanner (hard case included) to capture patients shape accurately. Computer-based 3D design software tools to allow the application of anatomical corrections to the scanned shape to create the desired form that can be compatible for use with the 3D printer and software for orthotic devices.
Packages should include all hardware and software necessary to conduct teaching & research. There is a requirement for hardware/software to integrate with future orthotic requirements.
Total value (estimated)
- £24,000 including VAT
Below the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 31 May 2025 to 31 July 2025
- 2 months, 1 day
Main procurement category
Goods
CPV classifications
- 30232000 - Peripheral equipment
- 38520000 - Scanners
Participation
Particular suitability
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
Submission
Enquiry deadline
15 May 2025, 12:00pm
Tender submission deadline
15 May 2025, 12:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
Please can all correspondence and quotations be sent toRobert Fulford R.S.Fulford@salford.ac.uk and finance-academic@salford.ac.uk
Tenders may be submitted electronically
No
Award criteria
The award decision will be made on Price, Quality and after market care.
For any questions please contact Robert Fulford R.S.Fulford@salford.ac.uk and finance-academic@salford.ac.uk
Procedure
Procedure type
Below threshold - open competition
Contracting authority
University of Salford
- Charity Commission (England and Wales): RC000666
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PDHR-3751-QPQR
43 The Crescent
Salford
M5 4WT
United Kingdom
Region: UKD34 - Greater Manchester South West
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government