Tender

UKRI-2081 Freia Collimation Vessel

UK RESEARCH AND INNOVATION

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Tender

09 Mar 2022 at 16:15

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) is currently conducting a public procurement process for the design and supply of the Freia Collimation Vessel, a critical component for maintaining a vacuum environment for neutron transport. This tender, categorized under laboratory, optical and precision equipment, has been published on 9th March 2022, and is set to close for submissions on 13th April 2022. The contract period is expected to commence on 13th May 2022 and continue until 12th May 2025. The overall budget for this procurement is £200,000, and the project will take place in the East of England, specifically at the STFC RAL site.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in manufacturing and supplying precision equipment. Companies specialising in the design and engineering of vacuum vessels or similar technologies would be particularly well-suited to compete, especially small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that can swiftly adapt to the project requirements. Engaging in this contract could enhance business growth by enabling firms to showcase their capabilities in high-technology sectors, while also contributing to important scientific advancements facilitated by UKRI.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

UKRI-2081 Freia Collimation Vessel

Notice Description

The subject of work is the design and supply of the Freia collimation vessel, which maintains a vacuum environment for optimal neutron transport. The collimation vessel is located inside the instrument cave, upstream of the sample position. The vessel is installed on a concrete base, which provides a stable foundation. Within the vessel a number of components are mounted on translation stages, to enable the instrument to be reconfigured to different operating modes. Included within the scope of work is: * The design of the equipment that is to be supplied * All sourcing, manufacturing and assembly activities associated with the supply of the equipment (unless otherwise stated within the specification). *The delivery of the vacuum vessel assembly to the STFC RAL site, and all packaging and handling activities associated with this delivery. * Defining, implementing, and documenting the results of, the quality control and assurance plan

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-ccd587f5-c2a6-4dd8-9a5a-c8b54d2245b2
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ef9c659f-32db-4172-9c95-747a142bf966
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
£200,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Mar 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
13 Apr 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
12 May 2022 - 12 May 2025 3-4 years
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 AND INNOVATION
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
david.church@ukri.org
Contact Phone
+441793867000

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
Not specified
Local Authority
Swindon
Electoral Ward
Rodbourne Cheney
Westminster Constituency
Swindon North

Further Information

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