Planning

Title Supply of Sheets and Plates in Stainless Steel EN 1.4429 (X2CrNiMoN17-13-3), AISI 316LN for Ultra High Vacuum applications

CERN

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Planning

06 May 2025 at 14:54

Planning Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process is initiated by CERN, based in Geneva, United Kingdom, focusing on the supply of sheets and plates in stainless steel Grade AISI 316LN for ultra-high vacuum applications. This falls under the industry category of steel products and is associated with a future tender stage, currently in the planning phase as per the latest update on 6th May 2025. The procurement involves supplying goods, specifically 80 tons, and is valued at CHF 5,000,000. A future notice date is set for 31st August 2025, with the location for delivery specified as the UK. This tender is governed by European Union legislative standards, promoting general public services.

This procurement presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in manufacturing and supplying high-quality stainless steel products. Companies with expertise in handling complex procurement deliverables like inspection and test planning, non-destructive testing, and certification according to EN 10204 standards will find this tender appealing. Such businesses can leverage this opportunity to expand their presence in the European and international markets by partnering with a prestigious international organisation like CERN. Moreover, the requirement for shipping and potential storage services provides additional avenues for logistics and supply chain companies to explore growth opportunities through this procurement process.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Title Supply of Sheets and Plates in Stainless Steel EN 1.4429 (X2CrNiMoN17-13-3), AISI 316LN for Ultra High Vacuum applications

Notice Description

This technical description concerns the supply 80 tons of sheets and plates in stainless steel EN 1.4429 (X2CrNiMoN17-13-3), AISI 316LN for Ultra-High Vacuum applications.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Description of the Procurement: The Supply shall include the following technical deliverables and activities: Manufacturing; * Inspection and Test Plan (ITP); * Non Destructive Testing (NDT); * Certificates 3.1 according to EN 10204; * Marking; * Storage of the supply if requested; * Packing; * Shipping to CERN, if so requested Additional information: Please note that even after the 'official' stated deadline on the market survey has passed, the contract remains open until the Invitation to Tender is issued. A Market Survey is merely an expression of interest and does not in any way constitute a commitment to bid. If you are interested in this contract, we encourage you to submit the Pre-Qualification Questionnaire and you are welcome to later

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-050d53
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019174-2025
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

14 - Mining, basic metals and related products

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

14622000 - Steel

45000000 - Construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£5,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
30 Aug 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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

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

Buyer Location

Locality
GENEVA
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

Further Information

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