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UKRI-2670 The Replacement of the Superconducting Solenoid on the RIKEN-RAL Beamline

UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION

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Summary of the contracting process

The UK Research & Innovation (UKRI) has launched a tender titled "UKRI-2670 The Replacement of the Superconducting Solenoid on the RIKEN-RAL Beamline" in the goods procurement category. This tender aims to replace a 30-year-old superconducting solenoid at the ISIS Neutron and Muon Facility in the Rutherford Appleton Laboratory, UK. The procurement process is currently in the active stage with a contract value of £1,500,000. The tender deadline for submissions is on 26th May 2023. The procurement method is an open procedure and interested parties can find more information on the Delta eSourcing portal.

This tender from UKRI presents a business opportunity for companies experienced in manufacturing, delivery, and installation of complex scientific equipment such as superconducting solenoids. Small or medium enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in magnets, linear accelerators, and laboratory equipment may find this tender suitable for their capabilities. The contract allows for potential extensions and requires a strong focus on technical quality for evaluation, making it ideal for businesses with a track record in precision equipment supply and commissioning.

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Notice Title

UKRI-2670 The Replacement of the Superconducting Solenoid on the RIKEN-RAL Beamline

Notice Description

The Science & Technology Facilities Council (STFC) requires the manufacture, delivery, installation and commissioning of a horizontal superconducting solenoid.

Lot Information

Lot 1

UKRI wishes to establish a Contract for the provision a superconducting solenoid. STFC is looking to replace the 30-year-old superconducting solenoid that is currently installed on the RIKEN-RAL beamline at the ISIS Neutron and Muon Facility at the Rutherford Appleton Laboratory (RAL), UK. We require a complete system replacement, including the magnet, cooling system, power supply and controls. The new magnet will be a 5 T, 5.5 m long, horizontal superconducting solenoid with a 120 mm diameter warm bore. The cooling system will be cryogen-free or recondensing (zero boil-off). Full information regarding the requirement can be found in the procurement documents. Additional information: To respond to this opportunity please click here: https://ukri.delta-esourcing.com/respond/8JH2N43593

Options: The Contract may be extended for a period of 12 months.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-03c220
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/024993-2023
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
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

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


CPV Codes

31630000 - Magnets

31640000 - Machines and apparatus with individual functions

31643000 - Particle accelerators

31643100 - Linear accelerators

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

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,500,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£1,500,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Aug 20232 years ago
Submission Deadline
26 May 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
24 Aug 20232 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Cancelled
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Unsuccessful
Contracts Status
Not Specified

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
TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC

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

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