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title: "UKRI-2132 METIS LMS Large Mirrors"
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# UKRI-2132 METIS LMS Large Mirrors

Buyer: UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-09935707-88a3-4b26-8161-a2fc5d352897

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## Summary

The UK Research & Innovation is conducting a tender for the project titled "UKRI-2132 METIS LMS Large Mirrors", focusing on specialist optical instruments within the technology and science sector. This procurement is currently in the active tender stage, with responses due by 30 May 2022. The contract is set to commence on 5 July 2022 and run until 5 October 2023, with an overall estimated value of £140,000. The project will involve collaboration with partners in Europe, particularly in the British Overseas Territories and the Channel Islands, among others.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in the production and delivery of specialist optical instruments, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that can provide innovative solutions. Companies well-suited to compete may include those with experience in the manufacturing of optical devices or related technologies, as well as suppliers capable of delivering quality products within the specified timeframe. Engaging in this procurement could help businesses expand their market reach and strengthen their partnerships within the research and innovation arenas.

## Notice

The UK Astronomy Technology Centre (UK ATC) is a laboratory within the Science & Technology Facilities Council which is part of UK Research & Innovation. The UK ATC has responsibility within the METIS project to design, build, test and deliver the LMS to our project partners NOVA in The Netherlands.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/df4c5e6d-a0df-4405-9c55-b52bf2ad761d |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 13 Apr 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 30 May 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 4 Jul 2022 - 5 Oct 2023 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £140,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION |
| Locality | SWINDON |
| Post town | Swindon |
| Postcode | SN2 1FL |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire |
| ITL 3 | TLK71 Swindon |
| Local authority | Swindon |
| Electoral ward | Rodbourne Cheney |
| Westminster constituency | Swindon North |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38636000 - Specialist optical instruments

## Release History

- 13 Apr 2022 at 14:20 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/df4c5e6d-a0df-4405-9c55-b52bf2ad761d

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/df4c5e6d-a0df-4405-9c55-b52bf2ad761d
  13th April 2022 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Swindon:-Specialist-optical-instruments./2384GV39M7
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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