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GB-Swindon: UKRI-4569 Soprano Packaged 5-Qubit Device

UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION

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20 Dec 2024 at 08:45

Summary of the contracting process

UK Research & Innovation (UKRI) has completed the procurement process for the purchase of a Soprano Packaged 5-Qubit Device, including a shield and mounting bracket, under the contract identifier UKRI-4569. This contract aims to enhance the technology capability of the National Quantum Computing Centre's internal research programme with a multi-qubit coupled device system specifically designed for its Superconducting Qubit Team. The procurement falls under the CPV classification 44318000 (Conductors) and is located in the South East region of the United Kingdom. The procurement process, managed by UKRI's STFC Procurement team based in Swindon, reached the award stage on 20th December 2024, with the contract starting immediately and concluding on 31st March 2025. The contract, valued at £65,910.84, was awarded to QuantWare, a large-scale supplier based in Delft, Netherlands.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in the development and supply of advanced quantum computing components. Companies specialising in superconducting qubit technology, particularly those with innovative coupling methods such as fixed coupling, are well-suited to meet the contract's requirements. The collaboration with UKRI and the National Quantum Computing Centre allows suppliers to be at the forefront of quantum technology advancements, providing a platform for future projects and partnerships within this growing sector. While this specific contract has been awarded, businesses in the quantum technology space should remain attentive to similar opportunities from UKRI, enhancing visibility and growth potential in a cutting-edge industry.

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Notice Title

GB-Swindon: UKRI-4569 Soprano Packaged 5-Qubit Device

Notice Description

UKRI-4569 Soprano Packaged 5-Qubit Device, Shield & Mounting Bracket. This contract is for the purchase of a Soprano Quantum Chip to accelerate the technology capability of the National Quantum Computing Centre's internal research programme and provide a multi-qubit coupled device system for its Superconducting Qubit Team. This is the only product available with the type of coupling - called fixed coupling. Additional information: The term and conditions relating to this purchase are provided in the Contract, which matches the Contract number cited in the narrative to this Purchase Order and are specific to this Contract. Where the Contract number is not so cited, then our standard terms and conditions will apply which are available at :- https://www.ukri.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/UKRI-090123-ProcurementContractData-2658-December2022.pdf

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-e12f3eba-5e61-4718-be54-db732e0a3853
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8d417a12-a706-4552-8e7b-2ae362342f29
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)


CPV Codes

44318000 - Conductors

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£65,910 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£65,910 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Dec 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
19 Dec 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 Dec 20241 years ago
Contract Period
20 Dec 2024 - 31 Mar 2025 1-6 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
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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

QUANTWARE

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