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title: "GB-Swindon: UKRI-4173 Repair and Calibration of KERN Micro HD High Performance CNC Milling Machine"
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# GB-Swindon: UKRI-4173 Repair and Calibration of KERN Micro HD High Performance CNC Milling Machine

Buyer: UK RESEARCH AND INNOVATION, SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY FACILITIES COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-22ee2a52-549b-4906-9187-367d1f93f3f0

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## Summary

UK Research and Innovation, Science and Technology Facilities Council, based in Swindon, has concluded the procurement process (award stage) for the repair and calibration of the KERN Micro HD High-Performance CNC Milling Machine. The contract, classified under seismic equipment (CPV: 38293000) and milling machines (CPV: 42623000), pertains to goods and is valued at £40,881.55. The procurement, initiated due to technical reasons involving only one suitable supplier, covers the South East region of the United Kingdom. The contract runs from 6th July 2024 to 30th September 2024, with the award notice published on 22nd October 2024.

This tender offers a robust business growth opportunity, particularly for suppliers in the precision machinery and seismic equipment sectors, enabling them to demonstrate technical expertise and proficiency. Companies like Rainford Precision Machines Ltd, an SME selected as the supplier, stand to benefit most, validating their capability in handling specialised machinery. This procurement underscores the importance of meeting specific technical requirements, making it ideal for businesses skilled in high-tech repairs and calibrations.

## Notice

UK Research and Innovation, Science and Technology Facility Centre had a requirement for repair and calibration of KERN Micro HD High Performance CNC Milling Machine. Due to technical reasons, there was only 1 suitable supplier. Additional information: Procurement Contract Transparency Data: Redacted contract documents will be made available within the next 30 days on the UKRI website at: https://www.ukri.org/about-us/procurement-contract-transparency-data/

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/75fd1ce3-c67f-4e5d-9a47-8a6e736283ce |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 22 Oct 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 4 Jul 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 4 Jul 2024 |
| Contract period | 5 Jul 2024 - 30 Sep 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £40,881 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £40,881 |
| 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 AND INNOVATION, SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY FACILITIES COUNCIL |
| 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 | RAINFORD PRECISON MACHINES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38293000 - Seismic equipment
- 42623000 - Milling machines

## Release History

- 22 Oct 2024 at 12:45 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/75fd1ce3-c67f-4e5d-9a47-8a6e736283ce

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/75fd1ce3-c67f-4e5d-9a47-8a6e736283ce
  22nd October 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/respondToList.html?noticeId=875779607
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

## Notice URLs

- https://www.ukri.org/about-us/procurement-contract-transparency-data/

## Provenance

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