NWUPC members can now access the APUC led Dynamic Purchasing System for 3D Printers, 3D Scanners and Associated Equipment. The DPS is open to members of APUC, HEPCW, LUPC, NEUPC, NWUPC and SUPC. This agreement started on the 10th January 2022 and will run for two years with two twelve-month extension periods available.
Launch brochure/webinar and interactive video:
A Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) is a completely electronic system used by a Contracting Authority (buyer) to purchase commonly used goods, works or services. Unlike a traditional framework, suppliers can apply to join at any time, so please check the up-to-date list of suppliers prior to conducting a call-off. You can invite suppliers to apply to join the DPS through Public Contracts Scotland – Tender under PPQ code PPQ_5667. A guidance document for prospective suppliers is available in Appendix I. Institutions are encouraged to share this document with suppliers they are encouraging to join this DPS. |
Scope of the DPS:
The scope includes: stereolithography printers, fused deposition modelling printers, selective laser sintering printers, polyJet printers, digital light processing printers, multi-jet fusion printers, direct metal laser sintering printers, electron beam melting printers, structured light scanners, laser scanners, LIDAR and associated accessories, software, and support/servicing.
Framework suppliers (appointed to the DPS at the point of issuing this communication are):
This DPS offers the following benefits:
How do I call-off?
The DPS operates through a two-stage process, stage one is prequalification to be admitted to the DPS and this is conducted by APUC. Stage two is the award of individual contracts. Call-off is therefore by mini-competition only.
There is a detailed User Guide on HEContracts with information on how to conduct a call-off including suggested tender questions and evaluation criteria available for your use.
For any questions or queries about this framework please contact Sarah Dye, NWUPC Laboratories Category Manager or call on 0161 234 8016.