Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process is initiated by UK Research and Innovation (UKRI), a sub-central government public authority, for the tender titled "UKRI-4913 PIP II Cryomodule vacuum vessel, strongback and G11 posts." The industry category concerns the manufacture and delivery of pressure vessels, with the Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC) being the end recipient. This project is based in Swindon, United Kingdom and targets delivery to the Daresbury Laboratory. The tender is in the active stage, with the submission deadline set for 20th May 2025, and the award period concluding on 27th May 2025. The procurement follows an open procedure under the legal framework of UKPGA 2023/54, with an estimated contract value between £200,000 and £500,000 GBP, excluding VAT, contingent on the decision to purchase an optional second set of deliverables.

This tender offers significant business growth potential, particularly for firms specialising in engineering and manufacturing, with a focus on SMEs encouraged to participate. The opportunity involves the fabrication and assembly of sophisticated components, potentially attracting businesses adept in high-precision manufacturing and engineering. Companies that succeed in this tender can potentially gain a foothold in the public sector procurement network and expand their portfolios with high-value projects. The open procedure allows for broad competition, offering a transparent avenue for interested contractors to leverage their capabilities in delivering specified goods to a major UK research institution.

Tender

UKRI-4913 PIP II Cryomodule vacuum vessel, strongback and G11 posts

UK RESEARCH AND INNOVATION

Contract Timeline

Publication Date

24th April 2025 15:05:15 PM

Tender Deadline

20th May 2025 14:00:00 PM Expired
Contract Summary

UKRI, STFC require the fabrication, assembly and delivery of the Cryomodule vacuum vessels, strongbacks and G11 posts as stated in the tender documentation. The supplier shall provide all the requirements detailed in the specification documents to STFC for their submitted price. The delivery is to UKRI, Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC), Daresbury Laboratory, Keckwick Lane, Daresbury, WA4 4AD. The estimated value of the opportunity is: Between £200,000.00 and £250,000.00 GBP excluding VAT for one set of deliverables. UKRI reserve the right to purchase a second set as an option (UKRI shall proceed with an optional purchase at their discretion). The full potential estimated contract spend is up to £500,000.00 GBP excluding VAT for the two sets. For more information about this opportunity, please visit the Delta eSourcing portal at: https://ukri.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Swindon:-Pressure-vessels./89RZM6KQS7 To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://ukri.delta-esourcing.com/respond/89RZM6KQS7
Contract Details

Open Contracting ID

ocds-h6vhtk-050726

Publication Source

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Procurement Stage

Tender

Procurement Method

Open

Procurement Method Details

Open Procedure

Procurement Category

Goods

Tender Suitability

Framework / DPS
Contract Classification

CPV Code(s)

CPV Division(s)
Awarding Authority

UK RESEARCH AND INNOVATION

Buyer Name

Buyer Email

STFCprocurement@ukri.org

Buyer Phone

+44 1793442000

Buyer Address

Polaris House, North Star Avenue

Swindon

SN2 2FL

United Kingdom

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UKRI-4913 PIP II Cryomodule vacuum vessel, strongback and G11 posts

UK RESEARCH AND INNOVATION

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