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GB-Didcot: Supply of B4C neutron shielding material

UK RESEARCH AND INNOVATION

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29 Mar 2022 at 09:10

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Summary of the contracting process

The UK Research and Innovation, a key public sector organisation based in Swindon, is undertaking a procurement process titled "GB-Didcot: Supply of B4C neutron shielding material". This contract falls under the construction materials industry category, with a total value of £106,856. The tender process was conducted through an open procedure, which is currently in the Award stage, having concluded on 22nd March 2022. The contract period is scheduled to run from 23rd March 2022 until 30th June 2022, and interested suppliers were required to submit their bids by 14:00 on 17th March 2022.

This procurement presents significant opportunities for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) specialising in construction materials. Businesses experienced in providing materials such as flexible boron carbide sheets are particularly well-suited to compete for this contract, which calls for specific technical specifications including a minimum mass content of 80% B4C and particular dimensions and thickness. The focus on SMEs indicates a supportive environment for smaller businesses to engage in public sector contracts, enhancing their growth potential in the market.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

GB-Didcot: Supply of B4C neutron shielding material

Notice Description

The final date and time for the submission of bids is Thursday 17th March 2022 at 14:00. DO NOT apply directly to the buyer. All tender information MUST be submitted through the Delta eSourcing Portal. Summary of requirement UK Research and Innovation- Science and Technology Facilities Council have a requirement for the supply of B4C neutron shielding material Specification 150m2 of flexible boron carbide (B4C) sheet material which can be easily cut B4C mass content >= 80% Supplied as handleable sized sheets - approx. 1m x 0.5m Sheet thickness of >= 5mm No self-adhesive layers Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/109db85e-0f63-4db3-a4d6-014c8f679f8e
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

CPV Codes

44110000 - Construction materials

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£106,856 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£106,856 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Mar 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
22 Mar 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
22 Mar 20223 years ago
Contract Period
23 Mar 2022 - 30 Jun 2022 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 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

MIRROTRON

Further Information

Notice Documents

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