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title: "UKRI-1117 - Chilbolton Observatory Raman Lidar"
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# UKRI-1117 - Chilbolton Observatory Raman Lidar

Buyer: UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-0d77fde0-48e0-495d-b782-c9e239a08b82

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## Summary

The UK Research & Innovation, specifically the Science and Technology Facilities Council, has completed a procurement process for an atmospheric Raman lidar system intended for installation at the Chilbolton Observatory. This contract was awarded on 5th November 2021 and relates to the industry category of lasers, valued at £314,700. The contract period commenced on 8th November 2021 and is set to conclude on 31st August 2022. The procurement was conducted through an open procedure, allowing wide participation.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses, particularly those in the technology and scientific instrumentation sectors, to engage in advanced atmospheric research projects. Suppliers with expertise in laser technology or similar fields, especially those categorised as voluntary and community sector enterprises, may find themselves well-suited to participate in future projects inspired by this contract. Such engagements can aid in expanding their market presence and fostering collaborations within the scientific community.

## Notice

The Science and Technology Facilities Council, part of UK Research and Innovation are seeking proposals from suppliers for an atmospheric Raman lidar system for installation at STFC Chilbolton Observatory.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/76a6c480-88b5-4d2d-a645-6b7b7c8a9d24 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 11 Nov 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 5 Nov 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 5 Nov 2021 |
| Contract period | 8 Nov 2021 - 31 Aug 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £314,700 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £314,700 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| 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 | TLJ South East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | RAYMETRICS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38636100 - Lasers

## Release History

- 11 Nov 2021 at 11:50 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/76a6c480-88b5-4d2d-a645-6b7b7c8a9d24

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/76a6c480-88b5-4d2d-a645-6b7b7c8a9d24
  11th November 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/respondToList.html?noticeId=642804026
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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