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UKRI-1846 TAP Beamline Stretcher Positive and Negative Mirror

UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION

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TenderUpdate

20 Jul 2022 at 18:05

Award

18 Jul 2022 at 09:05

Tender

22 Mar 2022 at 14:15

Summary of the contracting process

The UK Research & Innovation (UKRI) is initiating a tender for the provision of stretcher positive and negative mirrors for the TAP Beamline, classified under laboratory, optical and precision equipment (excluding glasses). This procurement, with an expected total estimated value ranging from £250,000 to £350,000 excluding VAT, is currently in the planning stage, with the submission deadline set for 27 April 2022. Tenders are open through an open procedure, and businesses based in the Oxfordshire area will likely deliver the items.

This opportunity presents a significant growth potential for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) specialized in optical products and precision engineering. UKRI's preference for engaging SMEs indicates a competitive landscape where innovative and niche suppliers might excel. With options for future purchases of additional mirrors, successful bidders may establish long-term relationships with a prominent public sector research organisation, enhancing their market presence and capabilities.

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Notice Title

UKRI-1846 TAP Beamline Stretcher Positive and Negative Mirror

Notice Description

UKRI wishes to establish a Contract for the provision of stretcher positive and negative mirrors for the TAP Beamline.

Lot Information

Lot 1

UKRI wishes to establish a Contract for the provision of stretcher positive and negative mirrors for the TAP Beamline. The initial purchase is for 1 off positive and 1 off negative mirror. UKRI wish to retain the option to buy an additional 1 off positive and 1 off negative mirror at some point within two years of contract commencement. The estimated value of the opportunity is: PS125,000 - PS175,000 excl. VAT for the initial purchase of one positive and one negative mirror. The total estimated value including the option to purchase an additional positive and negative mirror is PS250,000 - PS350,000 excl. VAT.

Options: The initial purchase is for 1 off positive and 1 off negative mirror. UKRI wish to retain the option to buy an additional 1 off positive and 1 off negative mirror at some point within two years of contract commencement.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0324d1
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019821-2022
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)


CPV Codes

38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

38622000 - Mirrors

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£350,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£350,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£456,480 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Jul 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
27 Apr 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
10 Jul 20223 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION
Contact Name
STFC Procurement
Contact Email
stfcprocurement@ukri.org
Contact Phone
+44 7849307911

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
TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC

Local Authority
Swindon
Electoral Ward
Rodbourne Cheney
Westminster Constituency
Swindon North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

APERTURE OPTICAL SCIENCES

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