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GB-Didcot: Pulse slicer power supply feasibility study

UNITED KINGDOM RESEARCH AND INNOVATION

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19 Nov 2020 at 14:50

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Pulse slicer power supply feasibility study" was initiated by the United Kingdom Research and Innovation, a prominent buyer located in Swindon, UK. This study, classified under research and development services (CPV code: 73000000), seeks to develop a solution to meet specific technical specifications related to the Super MuSR chopper. The tender period concluded on 27 October 2020, and the contract was awarded on the same date for a total value of £72,000, with the contract period extending from 28 October 2020 to 28 June 2021.

This opportunity represents significant potential for businesses in the research and development sector, particularly those with expertise in engineering, experimental development, and technology solutions. Companies that offer consultancy services capable of delivering comprehensive design, testing, and risk assessment in technical projects would be well-positioned to compete for similar contracts. As innovation continues to drive industry growth, businesses that can demonstrate effective problem-solving capabilities and technical proficiency will be highly sought after in this competitive tendering landscape.

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Notice Title

GB-Didcot: Pulse slicer power supply feasibility study

Notice Description

UK Research and innovation had a requirement to commision a report to increase confidence in being able to deliver the expected Super MuSR chopper specification the report is to; Presentation of a solution that is expected to meet the full specification. A description and diagrams of the circuit used for the demonstration and proposal for the full system, including connection to the chopper plates. * If the demonstration system is of a single plate (see Section 5.2.1), then consideration for the opposite charge shall be presented. * Results from the design and testing of the demonstration system, which may include as is relevant: o Performance achieved; including voltage, rise time, jitter, pre and post transition waveforms, repetition rate and repeatability. o Effects of scaling the technology; such as change in rise time when increasing from one to two and from two to three series connected plates of parallel MOSFETs. o Conditions affecting performance. o Effect of load on performance. * An assessment of your level of confidence that the proposed solution is suitable to achieve the full specification, preferably in a risk assessment format where individual risks are identified and solutions presented. * Calculations and any assumptions made. * Suggestions of next steps needed to achieve full specification.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-2fffabe3-f82c-40f3-a0e1-2808322d747e
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5827f78f-5c81-4b65-baa9-9c12ff8e5055
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

73100000 - Research and experimental development services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£72,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£72,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Nov 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
27 Oct 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Oct 20205 years ago
Contract Period
28 Oct 2020 - 28 Jun 2021 6-12 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
UNITED KINGDOM RESEARCH AND 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

KENTECH INSTRUMENTS

Further Information

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