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UKRI-4903 Lamor Cavity Replacement

UK RESEARCH AND INNOVATION

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14 Apr 2025 at 13:05

Summary of the contracting process

UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) has awarded a contract for the replacement of supermirror cavities for the STFC-ISIS facility. The contract, titled "UKRI-4903 Lamor Cavity Replacement," falls under the category of "Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)" and is situated in the UK. The procurement process has reached the award stage, with the contract being awarded on 14 April 2025. The procurement method used was limited competition, with a below-threshold value, culminating in a contract valued at CHF 64,360. The project highlights key dates such as the contract's commencement on 15 April 2025 and its completion on 31 August 2025.

This tender represents a significant growth opportunity for businesses specialising in high-precision laboratory equipment and related services. The specialised nature of the contract requirements means that businesses with expertise in manufacturing or supplying supermirror cavities and similar laboratory equipment are well-suited to compete. Participating in such contracts can not only provide immediate business but also strengthen the supplier’s portfolio by associating with a prominent public authority such as UKRI, enhancing their credibility and experience in the scientific research sector.

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Notice Title

UKRI-4903 Lamor Cavity Replacement

Notice Description

This contract is for the procurement of supermirror cavity replacements for STFC-ISIS. To view this notice, please click here: https://ukri.delta-esourcing.com/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=941013040

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-050288
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/014970-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - limited competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

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

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£64,360 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Apr 202510 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
8 Apr 202510 months ago
Contract Period
15 Apr 2025 - 31 Aug 2025 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UK RESEARCH AND INNOVATION
Contact Name
STFC Procurement
Contact Email
stfcprocurement@ukri.org
Contact Phone
+44 1793 442000

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
Not specified

Local Authority
Swindon
Electoral Ward
Rodbourne Cheney
Westminster Constituency
Swindon North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SWISSNEUTRONICS

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