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UKRI-2200 UK Geoenergy Observatory Cheshire Surface Fibre Optic Kit

UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION

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31 May 2022 at 11:05

Summary of the contracting process

The UK Research & Innovation, located in Swindon, has completed a procurement process for the title "UKRI-2200 UK Geoenergy Observatory Cheshire Surface Fibre Optic Kit". This contract falls under the goods category, specifically focusing on fibre-optic apparatus, and was awarded on May 30, 2022. The procurement was conducted through a limited method, involving a negotiated procedure without prior publication, due to the technical requirements necessitating compatibility with existing equipment. The total contract value is approximately £258,879.95.

This contract presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in fibre-optic technology and related equipment. Companies capable of providing compatible solutions that meet specific technical demands would be well-positioned to compete for similar future contracts. Additionally, suppliers experienced in the energy or research sectors could leverage their expertise to provide innovative solutions that support the UK's geoenergy initiatives.

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Notice Title

UKRI-2200 UK Geoenergy Observatory Cheshire Surface Fibre Optic Kit

Notice Description

This is a Contract Award for the provision of fibre optic interrogator boxes and associated equipment on the surface. These instruments are for monitoring seismic and ground temperature profiles with depth and will be used at the UK Geoenergy Observatories field sites in Cheshire. The instruments are attached to downhole fibre optic cables, which will be installed on the outside of the boreholes (and are non-retrievable) at the Cheshire site.

Lot Information

Lot 1

This is a Contract Award for the provision of surface fibre optic kit for the UK Geoenergy Observatories (UKGEOS) project. The Contract was awarded following a negotiated procedure without prior publication, in accordance with Regulation 32(2)(b)(ii) of the Public Contract Regulations.

Procurement Information

Competition is absent for technical reasons. The equipment must be compatible with existing equipment. A change of supplier would cause technical difficulties in completing installation, and disproportionate technical risk that would be costly and impractical to resolve.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0341f7
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/015185-2022
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

38621000 - Fibre-optic apparatus

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£258,879 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
31 May 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 May 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
Kate Richardson
Contact Email
kate.richardson@ukri.org
Contact Phone
+44 7562167366

Buyer Location

Locality
SWINDON
Postcode
SN12 1FL
Post Town
Not specified
Country
Not specified

Major Region (ITL 1)
Not specified
Basic Region (ITL 2)
Not specified
Small Region (ITL 3)
Not specified
Delivery Location
TLF14 Nottingham

Local Authority
Not specified
Electoral Ward
Not specified
Westminster Constituency
Not specified

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SILIXA

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