Supply of 3D Metal Printers to Ministry of Defence for SURFLOT
Ministry of Defence · Awarded contract
AwardedSupply of 3D Metal Printers to Ministry of Defence for SURFLOT
Awarded 14 Mar 2024
Awarded14 Mar 2024
Value£383,000.00
SupplierAdditive-X Ltd
AgencyMinistry of Defence
RegionSouth East
CategoryDefense & Aerospace
Expires in 3y 5mo6y 1mo term, 44% elapsed
Awarded 14 Mar 2024Expires 30 Mar 2030
About
The Ministry of Defence awarded a contract to Additive-X Ltd for the supply of two 3D metal printers, each accompanied by a five-year service plan.
One printer was designated for HMNB Devonport and the other for HMNB Portsmouth, supporting the SURFLOT initiative.
The contract value was £383,000.
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