REFERENCE NUMBER: UOS-38162-2025

This procurement is for the supply and delivery of 4’ X 3’ Superplastic Forming Tool with an approximate size of 1200 x 900 x 450mm. No Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), installation or commissioning is required.
Tooling is required to allow for these components to be superplastically formed in the 1200T ACB SPF press at the AFRC. The tooling has been designed as part of a directly funded Boeing project activity, and all IP and outcomes from the project are owned by Boeing.
The specification for the procurement includes a non-exhaustive list of key features as below:
- Be supplied in 316 stainless steel as per the drawing requirements, no alternative materials are acceptable for the requested tooling:
- Raw material used for machining will be stock plate and not a speciality cast; and
Geometric tolerancing and dimensional drawing requirement for all stated components are within your capabilities and will not be outsourced to ensure lead time is minimalised, with the largest component required being 1220 x 915 x 135 mm.
The lead time for this requirement is expected to be within 8-weeks.

The buyer is using PCS-Tender to conduct this ITT exercise. The Project code is 30373. For more information see: http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2343
The buyer is using PCS-Tender to conduct this ITT exercise. The Project code is 30373. For more information see: http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/info/InfoCentre.aspx?ID=2343
Community benefits are included in this requirement. For more information see: https://www.gov.scot/policies/public-sector-procurement/community-benefits-in-procurement/
A summary of the expected community benefits has been provided as follows:
Voluntary Community benefits are included in this requirement. For more information see:
https://www.gov.scot/policies/public-sector-procurement/community-benefits-in-procurement/
The Contracting Authority acknowledges that is procurement activities have a significant impact on the environment, society and the economy. The Contracting Authority recognises that Community Benefits are a key component in maximising social, economic and environmental benefits. The achievements and delivery of Community Benefits can contribute to the University of Strathclyde's strategic Plan 2030. The Contracting Authority proposes to use a Voluntary Approach to Community Benefits for this requirement; This approach is to encourage the Tenderer to offer Community Benefits post Tender Submission. These offered Community Benefits will not form part of the contractual obligation and will not form part of the consideration at Tender evaluation stage.
(SC Ref:813535)