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UKRI-1489 LSTC Access Platform

UK RESEARCH AND INNOVATION

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22 Nov 2021 at 10:10

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the UKRI-1489 LSTC Access Platform was conducted by UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) on behalf of the Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC). The tender, categorised under the goods industry, involved the provision of an Access Platform for the National Satellite Test Facility at Rutherford Appleton Laboratory, located in the South East of the United Kingdom. The open procurement method allowed submissions until the deadline on 19th November 2021, with the contract awarded shortly thereafter, valued at £241,044.99. The contract period commenced on 20th November 2021 and is set to conclude on 9th September 2022.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the engineering and manufacturing sectors, particularly those specialising in access platforms and related equipment for the aerospace industry. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with relevant expertise would be well positioned to pursue similar contracts, benefitting from engaging with large-scale projects that support the UK's growing space industry. Companies may find the experience and potential for collaboration beneficial for enhancing their market presence and expanding into new areas of business.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

UKRI-1489 LSTC Access Platform

Notice Description

At UK Research and Innovation's (UKRI's) Science and Technology Facilities Council's (STFC's) site at Rutherford Appleton Laboratory (RAL); The National Satellite Test Facility (NSTF) is a new facility for the environmental testing of complete satellites and large sub-assemblies. It is being funded by the UK Government, developed and operated by RAL Space, and will provide comprehensive test facilities for both new and existing space companies. RAL Space requires an Access Platform to aid the installation of satellites, satellite dispensers or subsystem into the Large Space Test (thermal vacuum) Chamber (LSTC). The tender documentation describes the specification of the requirement and the process of submitting bids.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-7381a73f-c4f9-457b-a1be-18ff7e7ab77a
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/64d6133e-91ca-40d0-8a66-ca52e33b1784
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
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

CPV Codes

34951000 - Access platforms

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£241,044 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£241,044 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Nov 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
19 Nov 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 Nov 20214 years ago
Contract Period
20 Nov 2021 - 9 Sep 2022 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
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

AEON ENGINEERING

Further Information

Notice Documents

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