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10 Beam Optics

Atomic Weapons Establishment

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10 Sep 2025 at 17:56

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06 Aug 2025 at 13:33

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Summary of the contracting process

The Atomic Weapons Establishment, a central government public authority based in Reading, UK, has issued a tender titled "10 Beam Optics," seeking suppliers for large laser mirrors to be used in the 10 beam DLI platform. This procurement is categorised under specialist optical instruments and falls within the defence and security special regime. The procurement process is currently in the tender stage, operating through a selective approach using a Competitive Flexible Procedure (CFP). Key dates include the submission deadline for the Invitation to Participate (ITP) by 26 September 2025 and the contract start date slated for 7 January 2026. This tender is significant in terms of value, totalling £800,000, with potential extensions to timelines recently noted.

This tender presents notable opportunities for businesses specialising in optical and defence technologies, particularly those capable of delivering high-quality laser optics solutions. Given the two-stage CFP requiring comprehensive technical assessments and capability statements, firms with robust technical expertise, innovative solutions, and competitive pricing will be well-positioned to succeed. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to participate, fostering potential business growth by securing a contract within a high-value market that prioritises cost, quality, technical ability, and social value. Businesses that align with these criteria can leverage this tender to establish or expand their footprint in the defence technology sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

10 Beam Optics

Notice Description

Purchase of large laser mirrors (x3) for the 10 beam DLI platform. The purchase of laser optics for beam transportation of the 10 beam DLI setup. The optics are to be in accordance with specification (volume 2) To support the creation of the 10 beam DLI setup additional mirrors need to be purchased to transport the long-pulse beams to the target location To be delivery for the planned commissioning period in mid to late 2026

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-058278
Publication Source
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Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/055609-2025
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

38636000 - Specialist optical instruments

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£640,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£640,000 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Sep 202511 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
7 Jan 2026 - 14 Dec 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Atomic Weapons Establishment
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
READING
Postcode
RG7 4PR
Postcode Area
Reading
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ16 Berkshire West
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
West Berkshire
Electoral Ward
Aldermaston
Westminster Constituency
Reading West and Mid Berkshire

Further Information

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