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UKSBS PR19090 Test Facility Optical Windows and Flanges

UK RESEARCH AND INNOVATION

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18 Jan 2020 at 12:40

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) seeking to acquire a specific contract titled "UKSBS PR19090 Test Facility Optical Windows and Flanges." This procurement, classified under the optical instruments category (CPV code 38600000), is set to take place at the Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC) located near Oxford. The tender period concluded on 23rd December 2019, with the contract period beginning on 6th January 2020 and running until 24th September 2020. The procurement method employed was an open procedure, with a contract value of £266,100.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses in the manufacturing and supply sectors, particularly those specialising in optical components and equipment, to participate in UKRI's projects. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to compete, given their suitability within this tender. Companies with experience in producing optical windows and flanges suitable for scientific applications would be particularly well-placed to take advantage of this opportunity and contribute to the requirements of the RAL Space Department.

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Notice Title

UKSBS PR19090 Test Facility Optical Windows and Flanges

Notice Description

The Contracting Authority, UK Research and Innovation (UKRI), have a requirement that shall be delivered to their site at Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC), Rutherford Appleton Laboratory (RAL) near Oxford. The requirement is the provision of 4-off ISO-K 500 flanges and 6 completed window assemblies. These are to be delivered specifically to the RAL Space Department for their 5m diameter Thermal Vacuum Chamber. The windows are divided into two types: 3-off Alignment Windows and 3-off Optical Windows. The specification is for a total of six window assemblies to be manufactured and tested (four windows intended to be used for the test at RAL Space and two spares) and four ISO-K 500 flanges (no spares required). All flanges have a unique window position. The windows must be delivered to RAL Space, installed within the flange and fully tested as outlined within the specification. The spare assemblies must be fully assembled.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7c8258fc-4805-448c-99d2-5880d75fe3be
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

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


CPV Codes

38600000 - Optical instruments

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£266,100 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£266,100 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Jan 20206 years ago
Submission Deadline
23 Dec 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Dec 20196 years ago
Contract Period
6 Jan 2020 - 24 Sep 2020 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 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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