Planning

STFC EPAC 2 -150J Laser Pump Diode System

UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION

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Planning

23 May 2025 at 11:07

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process led by UK Research & Innovation, located in Swindon, involves the planned supply of a Laser Pump Diode System for the STFC RAL. This project falls under the goods category, specifically relating to laser diodes within the public authority sector. The procurement is at the planning stage as of May 2025, with a notice available on Find a Tender. Key dates to note include a future notice date on 15th July 2025, and the contract period is scheduled from 1st September 2025 to 31st August 2026. The procurement will be initiated through a tender process under compliance with the legal framework of the UKPGA 2023/54, with a budget allocation of £2,000,000.

This procurement offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in laser diode systems and related technologies. Companies involved in manufacturing high-quality laser equipment, particularly those capable of managing large-scale supply processes, are well-positioned to compete for this contract. Given the substantial contract value, businesses focusing on advanced laser technology will find this tender an attractive growth opportunity. Participation in such a high-profile public sector procurement can enhance a company's reputation and expand its portfolio within the sub-central government sector. With the procurement set to move forward, eligible businesses are encouraged to prepare for upcoming tender announcements and align their capabilities with the specified requirements.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

STFC EPAC 2 -150J Laser Pump Diode System

Notice Description

Supply of EPAC 2 -150J Laser Pump Diode System at STFC RAL To view this notice, please click here: https://ukri.delta-esourcing.com/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=952645459

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0521ea
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026129-2025
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline 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

CPV Codes

31712348 - Laser diodes

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£2,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
15 Jul 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Sep 2025 - 31 Aug 2026 6-12 months
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
UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
commercial@ukri.org
Contact Phone
+441793 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

Further Information

Notice Documents

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