Planning

Supply of Micro-D Connectors and Cables

CERN

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Planning

22 Nov 2024 at 11:43

Summary of the contracting process

CERN is initiating a public procurement process for the supply of Micro-D Connectors and Cables, classified under the 'Cable accessories' industry category. This procurement, currently in the planning stage, involves the delivery of approximately 1200 Micro-D PCB Connectors and 1200 Low-Smoke Zero-Halogen Wired Micro-D Connectors, with delivery expected in the UK. Key activities include manufacturing, assembly, testing, packing, and shipping. The procurement process allows interested businesses to express their interest by completing a Pre-Qualification Questionnaire. Important dates include the future notice date set for 31 January 2025, while the contract's estimated value is 1.5 million CHF.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in electronic components and cable manufacturing. Companies experienced in producing high-quality connectors and cables that meet specific technical requirements, such as LSZH specifications and metal backshells, are well-positioned to compete. Engaging in this procurement could lead to business growth through the fulfilment of a substantial and technically demanding supply contract with an esteemed institution like CERN. This opportunity is particularly suited for firms capable of managing pre-series and series production, rigorous testing, and international logistics.

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Notice Title

Supply of Micro-D Connectors and Cables

Notice Description

This Technical Description concerns the supply of an approximate quantity of 1200 Micro-D PCB Connectors and matching 1200 Low-Smoke ZeroHalogen Wired Micro-D Connectors (cables) in a mix of 37-way and 51-way, plug and socket types.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The Supply shall include the following technical deliverables and activities: * Pre-series and series manufacturing of Micro-D Connectors; * Pre-series and series assembly of Wired Micro-D Connectors; * Testing; * Packing of the Supply; * Shipping to CERN, if so requested; * Options. The Supply shall comply with the following parameters and conditions: * Micro-D PCB Connectors: 51-way plug, 51-way socket and 37-way plug; * Wired Micro-D Connectors: 51-way socket, 51-way plug and 37-way socket; all assembled with cables with the following requirements: o The cable and wires shall be LSZH (Low-Smoke Zero-Halogen); o The cables shall be 72-inch long; o The cables shall be made with twisted pair wires; o The other side of the cable shall not be assembled; o The cable shall have an overall shield; o The Micro-D connector shall have a metal backshell connecting the overall shield.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04bdf3
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/037795-2024
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Planning Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)


CPV Codes

31224000 - Connections and contact elements

31711100 - Electronic components

44322000 - Cable accessories

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Nov 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
31 Jan 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
CERN
Contact Name
Hugh Alabaster
Contact Email
hugh.alabaster@stfc.ukri.org
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
MEYRIN
Postcode
N/A
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
Not specified

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

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