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GB-Didcot: UKRI-4435 NQCC & Boulby Vexlum Laser Systems

UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION

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10 Dec 2024 at 10:20

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Summary of the contracting process

UK Research & Innovation (UKRI) has awarded a contract to Vexlum oy for the purchase of four high-performance lasers under the title "GB-Didcot: UKRI-4435 NQCC & Boulby Vexlum Laser Systems." The procurement pertains to the category of specialist optical instruments (CPV code 38636000) and will be delivered to the South East region of the United Kingdom. The contract, valued at £404,400, was awarded through a negotiated procedure without prior publication according to Regulation 32 (2) (b) (ii) of the Public Contract Regulations 2015. The award date is 9 December 2024, with the contract period starting on 11 December 2024 and ending on 31 March 2025.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses, particularly those involved in the optical instruments sector. Large-scale organisations with expertise in high-performance laser systems would be well-positioned to compete for similar contracts. This contract underscores the procurement prospects within the scientific and research community, offering potential for businesses to expand their operations and contribute to significant scientific projects led by UKRI-STFC. Additionally, contractual transparency and the involvement of large-scale suppliers, such as Vexlum oy, highlight the importance of advanced technical capabilities and business readiness in securing such opportunities.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

GB-Didcot: UKRI-4435 NQCC & Boulby Vexlum Laser Systems

Notice Description

***THIS IS A CONTRACT AWARD NOTICE NOT A CALL FOR COMPETITION*** UKRI-STFC appointed a supplier to purchase four high-performance lasers. This contract was awarded following a negotiated procedure without prior publication, in accordance with Regulation 32 (2) (b) (ii) of the Public Contract Regulations 2015. Additional information: Procurement Contract Transparency Data: Redacted contract documents will be made available within the next 30 days on the UKRI website at: https://www.ukri.org/about-us/procurement-contract-transparency-data/

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-25070319-532c-4208-8718-fb617eab0195
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3cf42bb0-5a03-4fb6-b811-2ad7fd1036a0
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

38636000 - Specialist optical instruments

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£404,400 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£404,400 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Dec 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
9 Dec 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
9 Dec 20241 years ago
Contract Period
11 Dec 2024 - 31 Mar 2025 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

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
OXFORD
Postcode
OX11 0QX
Post Town
Oxford
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)
Local Authority
Vale of White Horse
Electoral Ward
Blewbury & Harwell
Westminster Constituency
Didcot and Wantage

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

VEXLUM

Further Information

Notice Documents

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