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UKSBS PR19090 Test Facility Optical Windows and Flanges

UK RESEARCH AND INNOVATION

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18 Jan 2020 at 08:40

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Summary of the contracting process

The UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) is currently concluding a procurement process for the provision of optical windows and flanges for their facility at the Rutherford Appleton Laboratory (RAL) near Oxford. The tender, titled "UKSBS PR19090 Test Facility Optical Windows and Flanges," falls under the goods category with a classification related to optical instruments. The procurement was conducted using an open procedure, and the contract, valued at £266,100, commenced on 6 January 2020 and is set to conclude on 24 September 2020. The tender period ended on 23 December 2019.

This procurement presents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly those specialising in optical instruments and related components. With a focus on delivering precise manufacturing and assembly, companies with capabilities in engineering and production, especially small and medium enterprises (SMEs), may find this project suitable for their expertise. The requirement for high-quality components to be fully tested prior to installation offers a pathway for growth and collaboration with a renowned research organisation.

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Notice Information

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.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-ed993f39-a62f-4289-8b4b-1405d0a957c8
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/42cdf93d-cb30-40c3-8b1d-177becb816ae
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

Buyer & Supplier

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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