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UKRI-1481 SHG Crystal

UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION

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09 Sep 2021 at 08:05

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, initiated by UK Research & Innovation (UKRI), seeks proposals for the supply of a large aperture, anti-reflection coated, single-crystal lithium triborate (LBO) non-linear optical crystal, crucial for a high-energy laser system within the EPAC Project. This tender falls under the category of laboratory, optical, and precision equipment, with an allocated budget of £117,425. The open procedure tender stage concluded on 23 August 2021, with the contract period commencing on 26 August and extending until 28 February 2022. The delivery is expected in the South East region of the United Kingdom.

This tender represents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in optical and laboratory equipment, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) capable of providing high-quality crystals for technical applications. Competitors in the field of non-linear optics may find a fruitful entry point through this process, especially those with experience in high-energy systems or similar contract fulfilments. Engaging with UKRI can lead to further opportunities given the potential for additional purchases in the future.

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Notice Title

UKRI-1481 SHG Crystal

Notice Description

Proposals are sought by the Science & Technology Facilities Council (STFC) for the supply of a large aperture, anti-reflection (AR) coated, single-crystal lithium triborate (LBO) non-linear optical crystal for use as second harmonic generation crystal in a high energy laser system as part of the EPAC Project with the option of a second purchase at a later date.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-033b697b-f127-4470-ad76-eb57244dbd21
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3c59f5e2-5701-4bfb-bbb7-d427c43ff9f1
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)


CPV Codes

38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£117,425 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£117,425 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Sep 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
22 Aug 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
22 Aug 20214 years ago
Contract Period
25 Aug 2021 - 28 Feb 2022 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SWINDON
Postcode
SN2 1FL
Post Town
Swindon
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK71 Swindon
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)

Local Authority
Swindon
Electoral Ward
Rodbourne Cheney
Westminster Constituency
Swindon North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

CRISTAL LASER

Further Information

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