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GB-swindon: The design, supply, delivery, and installation of laser safety equipment necessary to create a Laser Controlled Area (LCA)

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE, C&C, OTHER

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18 Nov 2016 at 20:17

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence (MoD) is seeking tenders for the design, supply, delivery, and installation of laser safety equipment necessary for creating a Laser Controlled Area (LCA) within a laboratory space used by its Nuclear Department. This procurement process is currently in the Tender stage, with a submission deadline set for 12th February 2016. The project falls under the industry category of Safety Equipment and has a total expected value of £113,000, with a minimum contract value of £10,000. Implementation of the contract is anticipated to begin on 10th March 2016 and conclude by 7th April 2016. A site survey for prospective suppliers is scheduled for 15th February 2016 to allow for accurate measurements and project planning.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in safety equipment and installation services, particularly those with experience in laboratory environments and compliance with military standards. Companies that can provide innovative solutions for establishing a Laser Controlled Area, including high-quality laser blocking materials and interlock systems, will be well-positioned to compete. As the MoD looks for cost-effective proposals, businesses that demonstrate efficiency and technical expertise in laser safety systems may find themselves with a competitive edge in this procurement process.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

GB-swindon: The design, supply, delivery, and installation of laser safety equipment necessary to create a Laser Controlled Area (LCA)

Notice Description

NOTE: This notice was updated on 10 February 2016 for the following reason: Change to EOI deadline to fit with business needs.1. The Ministry of Defence (MoD) has a requirement for the design, supply, delivery, and installation of safety equipment necessary to create a Laser Controlled Area (LCA) within one of the laboratory spaces used by the Nuclear Department. 2. The Nuclear Department owns a Class 4 Laser which can be used to image water flowing in an acrylic channel. The laser will be operated in the ND Irradiation Facility in a room which is shared with other scientific equipment. To allow simultaneous use of the facility, which is a requirement, a Laser Controlled Area must be established in accordance with JSP 390 - Military Laser Safety. As this system will be operated in a laboratory environment, the most relevant section is JSP 390 Volume 1 Issue 3 Section 3. 3. The expected engineered solution is described in paragraph 4 however, other solutions that satisfy the requirements will also be considered. 4. It is expected that the most cost effective way to establish the LCA is to divide the room into two areas using a laser blocking material which must comply with IEC 60825-4:2006 in the pitched roof space and a curtain, complying to the same specification, hanging below the trusses. The curtain is to be attached at each end to walls by an interlocked connection. Above the curtain, a laser blocking material must be used to fill the spaces between trusses which support the roof. A new interlock system is also required to replace the existing obsolete system. The new system should allow for a short, timed, interlock override to allow safe ingress/egress from the area while the laser is functioning (often the laser will need to run continuously for hours at a time to generate data). In addition, the new interlock should be connected to external signs which indicate the state of the laser to anyone outside the laser controlled area. Personal Protective Equipment (Eyewear) is also required for 5 people (based on the instructor plus 4 students). 5. The MoD will require a full description and "rough" drawing to be submitted at the tender stage to identify the proposed solution and safety functionality. 6. The Authority envisages a need for a brief site survey to enable potential suppliers to inspect the facility and compile accurate measurements of the installation site. This is planned to take place on 15 Feb 16 13:30. 7. The Authority has the desire for delivery and installation by the end of Mar 2016 Full details of the requirements for the Supply, Delivery and Installation of Safety Equipment for a Laser Controlled Area (LCA) will be included in the tender documents. Please note it is MOD policy to make payment via Purchase to Payment (P2P). Additional information: To view this notice, register as a supplier here: http://www.contracts.mod.uk/delta/signup.html?userType=supplier and search for the notice with reference 'GB-swindon: The design, supply, delivery, and installation of laser safety equipment necessary to create a Laser Controlled Area (LCA)'.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
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Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a43bbb75-c6df-4a7c-973e-f15a068e0ba3
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment

CPV Codes

35113000 - Safety equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£113,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Nov 20169 years ago
Submission Deadline
12 Feb 2016Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
10 Mar 2016 - 7 Apr 2016 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MINISTRY OF DEFENCE, C&C, OTHER
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SWINDON
Postcode
SN6 8LA
Post Town
Swindon
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
Watchfield & Shrivenham
Westminster Constituency
Witney

Further Information

Notice Documents

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