Tender

UKRI-1481 SHG Crystal

UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION

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Tender

21 Jun 2021 at 08:40

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Science & Technology Facilities Council (STFC), part of UK Research & Innovation, has announced a tender titled "UKRI-1481 SHG Crystal." This procurement falls under the laboratory, optical and precision equipment industry category and is located in the South East of the United Kingdom. The procurement method is an open procedure, with the tender period closing on 28th July 2021. The estimated value of this contract is £400,000, with the contract intended to commence on 30th August 2021 and finish by 28th February 2022.

This opportunity presents significant potential for growth, especially for businesses that specialise in manufacturing optical and precision equipment. Suppliers experienced in delivering high-quality non-linear optical crystals, particularly those with capabilities in large aperture components, will be well-positioned to compete. SMEs are encouraged to participate, given that they are highlighted as suitable candidates for this project, offering a chance to expand their market presence in the scientific and technical sectors.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

UKRI-1481 SHG Crystal

Notice Description

Proposals are sought by the Science & Technology Facilities Council (STFC) for the supply of a large aperture, anti-reflection (AR) coated, single-crystal lithium triborate (LBO) non-linear optical crystal for use as second harmonic generation crystal in a high energy laser system as part of the EPAC Project with the option of a second purchase at a later date.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/666bde00-97ef-4c52-be4a-6f989d9c0371
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
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

CPV Codes

38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£400,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Jun 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
28 Jul 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
29 Aug 2021 - 28 Feb 2022 6-12 months
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
UK RESEARCH & 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

Further Information

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