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UKRI-1167 - Cryogenic Cooling System for a High-Power Laser

UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION

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21 Jul 2021 at 09:25

Summary of the contracting process

The contract titled "UKRI-1167 - Cryogenic Cooling System for a High-Power Laser" was awarded by UK Research & Innovation (UKRI), specifically through the Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC). The procurement falls within the goods category and involves a cryogenic cooling system for an advanced Yb:YAG laser system to be set up at the Rutherford Appleton Laboratory in the South East of the United Kingdom. The contract was awarded on 6th July 2021, with a total value of £377,724, and the contract period runs from 9th July 2021 to 1st July 2022. This procurement method followed an open procedure.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in the manufacturing or supply of advanced cooling systems and laser technologies, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) given the eligibility specified. Companies with capabilities in high-performance systems and engineering solutions are particularly well-suited to engage in such contracts. As UKRI is a prominent contracting authority, successful engagement could potentially lead to further collaborations and projects, aiding in the growth of participating businesses.

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Notice Title

UKRI-1167 - Cryogenic Cooling System for a High-Power Laser

Notice Description

Proposals are sought by the Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC, part of UK Research and Innovation, UKRI) for a cryogenic cooling system for a high-power laser. STFC is building an advanced Yb:YAG laser system delivering pulse energies in excess of 10 J at 100 Hz repetition rate. The system will be built, tested, and operated at the Rutherford Appleton Laboratory.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-e0ff4f26-ed70-4e30-80bb-f623a70e2205
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d3a80531-cbad-452e-b2c3-0280d50a8c95
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

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

38636100 - Lasers

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£377,724 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£377,724 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Jul 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
5 Jul 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
5 Jul 20214 years ago
Contract Period
8 Jul 2021 - 1 Jul 2022 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 & INNOVATION
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
stfcprocurement@ukri.org
Contact Phone
+441235446553

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

GREEN RESOURCE ENGINEERING LTD (GRE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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