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GB-Swindon: UKRI-3864 Framework Agreement for Superconducting Quantum Chips

UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION

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26 Jul 2024 at 11:35

Summary of the contracting process

The buying organisation, UK Research & Innovation, based in Swindon, has awarded a framework agreement (UKRI-3864) for the procurement of superconducting quantum chips to be used by STFC-RAL. This procurement, categorised under electronic integrated circuits and microassemblies, is situated in the South East of the United Kingdom. The tendering process began with a completion status and moved to the award stage on 22nd March 2024, with the contract running from 23rd March 2024 to 5th March 2025. The total value of this procurement is £50,000.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for large-scale businesses in the field of electronic integrated circuits and quantum technology. The contract, awarded to Rigetti and Co LLC, highlights a competitive market for high-tech components, providing a chance for companies specialising in quantum computing and related technologies to expand their portfolio and business growth. As the contract is not open specifically to SMEs or VCSEs, it is particularly suited for established, large entities with the capacity to deliver on complex technological requirements.

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Notice Title

GB-Swindon: UKRI-3864 Framework Agreement for Superconducting Quantum Chips

Notice Description

This contract is for the procurement of quantum superconducting chips for STFC-RAL. Additional information: 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/

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-42ab90a3-be2a-437d-97b6-0a46ac628cd2
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1ac04296-1916-400b-9540-8848d84ee395
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting


CPV Codes

31712110 - Electronic integrated circuits and microassemblies

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£50,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£50,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Jul 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
22 Mar 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
22 Mar 20241 years ago
Contract Period
23 Mar 2024 - 5 Mar 2025 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
Solomon Nwosu
Contact Email
solomon.nwosu@ukri.org
Contact Phone
+447394204018

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

RIGETTI AND

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