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# CEFAS25-55 Contract for the supply of a Precision Cutting Machine

Source: [Tenderline](https://tenderline.uk/tenders/cefas25-55-contract-for-the-supply-of-a-precision-cutting-machine-ocds-h6vhtk-0545ce). UK public procurement intelligence compiled from official UK procurement notices.

> **Tenderline Executive Summary:** Cefas: "CEFAS25-55 Contract for the supply of a Precision Cutting Machine". Published status: complete. Contract Value: Value not published. 1 published lot. Submission deadline not published. See the official notice for participation instructions.

## Key Information
- **Status:** COMPLETE (no submission deadline published)
- **Buyer:** [Cefas](https://tenderline.uk/buyers/cefas-gov-ea53)
- **Contract Value (direct award):** Value not published (currency not published)
- **Submission Deadline:** Not published
- **Lots:** 1
- **Procurement Method:** Below threshold - without competition
- **Main Category:** Not published
- **Classifications (CPV):** None published
- **Delivery Location:** UK
- **Legal Basis:** UKPGA 2023/54
- **Awarded Value:** £29,684 (exc. VAT, 1 contract)
- **Official Documents:** 1 published documents & notices ([view on Tenderline](https://tenderline.uk/tenders/cefas25-55-contract-for-the-supply-of-a-precision-cutting-machine-ocds-h6vhtk-0545ce#documents))
- **OCID:** `ocds-h6vhtk-0545ce`

## Before you bid
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- **Expected competition:** how many bids lots like this attract, from past awards in the same market.
- **Who could compete:** suppliers who have won similar work, and who holds the current contract.
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- **What it takes to win:** selection and award criteria, lot by lot.
- **Contract history:** what this tender replaces, and every notice in the procedure.

[Open the competition and buyer analysis](https://tenderline.uk/tenders/cefas25-55-contract-for-the-supply-of-a-precision-cutting-machine-ocds-h6vhtk-0545ce#tl-md)

## Description
Cefas require a cutting machine to compliment a suite of cutting machines that contribute to the processing of over 60k otoliths annually. This machine will be mainly used for the sectioning of gadoid species sagittal otoliths embedded in epoxy resin. Due to the mean size of these otoliths Cefas uses a specialised mould different from other species, requiring a machine with increased table movement to capture all of the mould rows in use. Cefas requires any new machine to be versatile in the workpiece clamping/holding setup as occasionally other biological material will be sectioned dependant on active projects at the time.
Scope of Requirements: Cefas require a cutting machine that will produce top quality samples with precision accuracy. In order to reproduce the surface quality of otolith sections Cefas need to be able to replicate the cutting movement of the previous machine, therefore X, Y & Z-axis movement is necessary. Cefas are required to prepare samples from an expanding range of species from around the world. It is a requirement to develop new and innovative cutting methods in addition, to replicate protocols that are already in use by other institutes. These methods will enable Cefas to meet age determination validation requirements by producing clean, well defined annuli on sections which increases accuracy of reading for in-house readers and external QC partners. It is essential that the machine accommodates compatible discs that offer a high quality cut and that these discs are readily available.
1. Technical Requirement
1.1 Micrometer precision accuracy
1.2 Laser light technology for lining up samples
1.3 Servo-controlled X,Y & Z axis movement
1.4 Table with T-slot attachment capability
1.5 Single phase 240V 50Hz power supply
1.6 Variable speed motor, at least 300-3000rpm
1.7 Benchtop machine, no proprietary stands/supports
1.8 Fully enclosed cutting chamber
1.9 Fully adjustable coolant direction
1.10 Illuminated cutting chamber
1.11 External coolant fluid sump
1.12 Mist exhaust port present. Existing coolant mist removal system will attach
1.13 Large cutting chamber and table to hold Cefas standard sample blocks (115 x 76mm)
1.14 Programmable sectioning modes
1.15 Wide range of clamping tools
1.16 Accommodates good quality cutting discs for improved sample finish, that are readily available
1.17
2. Environmental Considerations
• Unit should have a low power consumption.
• Unit should be designed for reuse/remanufacture and of regenerative nature to eliminate waste where possible.
• Consideration of how packaging will be managed. Ideally at the time of installation the supplier will remove packaging and dispose of by ethical and environmentally friendly methods. Where possible packaging is to be re-used or recycled.
• Consideration of life cycle assessment for the equipment.
3. Hardware, Software, PC, Licenses, operating systems
3.1 The machine must be able to hold Cefas standard sample blocks (115 x 76mm)
3.2 The machine must hav...
> [Read full procurement scope and specification on Tenderline](https://tenderline.uk/tenders/cefas25-55-contract-for-the-supply-of-a-precision-cutting-machine-ocds-h6vhtk-0545ce)

## Lots (1)
### Lot 1: Untitled lot
- **Lot id:** `1`
- **Status:** complete
- **CPV codes:** 38000000
- **Delivery regions:** UK
- **Delivery countries in notice:** GB

## Awards & Winning Suppliers (1)
- **Award:** 1 (active)

  - Supplier(s): **MetPrep Limited**
  - Supplier identifiers: `GB-FTS-187002`
  - Value: £29,684 † (exc. VAT)

> † value taken from the contract record; the award notice published none.

## Contracts (1)
- **Contract:** 1 (active)
  - Signed Value: £29,684
  - Signed Date: 05/06/2025

## Provenance and Official Sources
- **Official Notice:** [Find a Tender notice](/out?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.find-tender.service.gov.uk%2FNotice%2F031145-2025)
- **Last Source Update:** 2025-06-10T09:03:28.000Z
- **This document generated:** 2026-10-28T21:09:51.678Z
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