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title: "GB-Oxford: UKRI-1525 Boron Carbide Grits"
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# GB-Oxford: UKRI-1525 Boron Carbide Grits

Buyer: UK RESEARCH AND INNOVATIONS  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-1f831ada-3c12-47aa-855c-c7cc45123826

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## Summary

The procurement process is managed by UK Research and Innovations, focusing on the supply of boron carbide grits with a purity greater than 97%. The tender, titled "GB-Oxford: UKRI-1525 Boron Carbide Grits," falls under the goods category and is set in the South East region of the United Kingdom. The procurement stage is currently in the tender period, which closes on 25th June 2021, with contract performance expected to commence on 1st July 2021 and continue until 31st May 2022. The contract value is estimated at £500,000, with a minimum value of £100,000, and it follows an open procurement method.

This tender presents significant opportunities for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) specialising in the supply of high-purity industrial materials, particularly those capable of providing the urgent F360 grade boron carbide grit. Businesses with expertise in material supply, quality assurance, and timely delivery would be well-suited to compete for this contract, as the contracting authority is particularly open to engaging SMEs. Winning this contract could foster growth and facilitate collaboration within the industry, specifically for suppliers focused on high-quality goods.

## Notice

The supply of boron carbide grits at >97% purity, (FEPA grades: F60 grade 100kg, F360 grade 4000kg, F1200 grade 175kg) Timescale: the F360 material is most urgent, we require an initial 750kg by end July 2021, with the remainder to follow by week 35 (early September) Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b5a7d0bd-6038-4493-8782-38a29a890f86 |
| 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 | 11 Jun 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 25 Jun 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 30 Jun 2021 - 31 May 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £500,000 |
| 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 AND INNOVATIONS |
| 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) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 24 - Chemical products

### Codes

- 24311120 - Carbides

## Release History

- 11 Jun 2021 at 09:25 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b5a7d0bd-6038-4493-8782-38a29a890f86

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b5a7d0bd-6038-4493-8782-38a29a890f86
  11th June 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-GB-Oxford:-UKRI-1525-Boron-Carbide-Grits/Z3X32888R8
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