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UKRI-1986 Manufacturing Requirements Specification for the PIP-II Jacketed High-b 650 MHz cavity

UK RESEARCH AND INNOVATION

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Summary of the contracting process

The UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) is currently concluding its tender process for the project titled "UKRI-1986 Manufacturing Requirements Specification for the PIP-II Jacketed High-β 650 MHz cavity." This procurement, classified under the goods category, specifically relates to the manufacturing, treatment, and testing of specialised SRF cavities for the Proton Improvement Plan II project at the Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory in the USA. The procurement method is open, with a tender period that ended on 15 June 2022. The contract is expected to start on 4 July 2022 and continue until 3 July 2024. The overall contract value is £4,000,000, with delivery targets set in the North West region of the United Kingdom.

This contract presents significant opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) within the manufacturing sector, particularly those with expertise or capacity in the production of linear accelerators or similar high-tech components. Businesses experienced in scientific equipment manufacturing, particularly those familiar with stringent technical requirements and standards, will be well-positioned to compete. The involvement of UKRI-STFC in collaboration with international entities highlights the potential for businesses to engage in expansive, high-value production projects, encouraging innovation and growth in the UK's engineering landscape.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

UKRI-1986 Manufacturing Requirements Specification for the PIP-II Jacketed High-b 650 MHz cavity

Notice Description

Text to be corrected in the original notice: Place of text to be modified: Time limit for receipt of tenders or requests to participate Instead of: 08 June 2022 Time: 14:00 Read New: 15 June 2022 Time: 14:00 Place of text to be modified: Conditions for opening of tenders: Instead of: 08 June 2022 Time: 14:00 Read New: 15 June 2022 Time: 14:00 Other additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement. This procurement covers the manufacturing, treatment and testing of 2 pre-series and 18 series production jacketed 650 MHz SRF cavities for the high-b section of the proton LINAC for the Proton Improvement Plan II (PIP-II) at Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory (FNAL) in the USA. UKRI-STFC Daresbury Laboratory (UKRI-STFC) is working in partnership with Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory (FNAL) for the cavities' design and fabrication. The Purchase Order will be owned and managed by UKRI-STFC. FNAL personnel shall act as technical consultants upon UKRI-STFC request.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
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Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/67b8e0b1-5ae3-44f7-a756-31b8a9bd7fba
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

31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting

CPV Codes

31643100 - Linear accelerators

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£4,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 May 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
8 Jun 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
3 Jul 2022 - 3 Jul 2024 2-3 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
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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
TLD North West (England)
Local Authority
Swindon
Electoral Ward
Rodbourne Cheney
Westminster Constituency
Swindon North

Further Information

Notice Documents

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