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title: "For the Manufacture, Supply and Installation of an Instrumented Indenter"
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# For the Manufacture, Supply and Installation of an Instrumented Indenter

Buyer: UK ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-25fedb97-1067-4d95-811b-c6828700ae99

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## Summary

The procurement process involves the UK Atomic Energy Authority looking to source the manufacture, supply, and installation of an Instrumented Indenter for its new Materials Research Facility at Culham Science Centre in Oxford, England. This tender falls within the category of laboratory, optical, and precision equipment and has a total estimated value of £70,000. The procurement method employed is an open procedure, and the tender period concluded on 31 August 2017, while the contract period is scheduled from 29 September 2017 to 30 April 2018. All inquiries regarding this tender should be directed to Jim Ennis via email or telephone.

This opportunity could be a fruitful avenue for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) specialising in laboratory and precision instruments, as they can leverage their expertise in manufacturing specialised equipment. Firms focusing on precision engineering, materials science, or relevant technology would be particularly well-suited to compete. Winning this contract could not only enhance a business’s portfolio but also strengthen relationships with a prominent research establishment like the UK Atomic Energy Authority.

## Notice

This is for the manufacture, supply and installation of an Instrumented Indenter for the new Materials Research Facility at Culham Science Centre. A full description of the units requirements are in the Technical Specification , attached. Additional information: All communication in relation to this requirement should be directed to Jim Ennis at email: jim.ennis@ukaea.uk or telephone 01235 466257.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8ee8ece1-ce0d-4267-bb21-1228a7a9a5cb |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Competitive quotation (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 19 Oct 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 31 Aug 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 12 Oct 2017 |
| Contract period | 15 Oct 2017 - 23 Mar 2018 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £70,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| 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 ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY |
| Locality | OXFORD |
| Post town | Oxford |
| Postcode | OX14 3DB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC |
| Local authority | South Oxfordshire |
| Electoral ward | Sandford & the Wittenhams |
| Westminster constituency | Didcot and Wantage |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | UK CALIBRATIONS LTD (ZWICK |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

## Release History

- 19 Oct 2017 at 08:24 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8ee8ece1-ce0d-4267-bb21-1228a7a9a5cb
- 14 Aug 2017 at 14:00 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/948127fd-f821-4209-ac5c-6aebe854cb9d
- 25 Jul 2017 at 15:02 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/948127fd-f821-4209-ac5c-6aebe854cb9d

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8ee8ece1-ce0d-4267-bb21-1228a7a9a5cb
  19th October 2017 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/948127fd-f821-4209-ac5c-6aebe854cb9d
  14th August 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/05cd9c9d-bfc3-4f96-b89e-f2772ebf7d9f

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