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title: "GB-Swindon: UKRI-2508 Automated Laboratory Thermal Vacuum Chamber"
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# GB-Swindon: UKRI-2508 Automated Laboratory Thermal Vacuum Chamber

Buyer: UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-2eed8fc6-e1a7-4f29-84ec-81c3ae652815

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## Summary

The UK Research & Innovation (UKRI) Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC) has issued a tender with the title "GB-Swindon: UKRI-2508 Automated Laboratory Thermal Vacuum Chamber" in the industry category of parts of vacuum pumps. The estimated value of the opportunity ranges from £100,000 to £500,000 GBP. This tender, following an open procurement method, is currently in the planning stage. The deadline for tender submissions is November 18, 2022, with a contract period starting on December 2, 2022, and ending on March 24, 2023. The buying organisation, UK Research & Innovation, is based in Swindon, United Kingdom, and can be contacted at stfcprocurement@ukri.org for further details.

This procurement process for an Automated Laboratory Thermal Vacuum Chamber presents an opportunity for businesses, particularly small or medium enterprises (SMEs), to participate in supplying the required equipment. Companies in the goods industry, specialising in parts of vacuum pumps, would be suitable to compete for this tender. The provision of this chamber for testing and characterisation of satellite sub-systems and components aligns with the buying organisation's focus on scientific advancements, creating a niche market opportunity for businesses looking to grow through supplying specialised scientific equipment.

## Notice

UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC) has a requirement to purchase an Automated Laboratory Thermal Vacuum Chamber to be used for the testing and characterisation of satellite sub-systems and components. The estimated value of the opportunity is between PS90,000-PS114,000 excluding VAT with a maximum budget of PS114,000 excluding VAT. Any bids received that exceed the maximum wil not be considered. 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/e10d46f2-49e3-4ce2-84d9-6cf7b862f4f2 |
| 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 | 28 Oct 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 18 Nov 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 2 Dec 2022 - 24 Mar 2023 |
| 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 & 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) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 42 - Industrial machinery

### Codes

- 42124320 - Parts of vacuum pumps

## Release History

- 28 Oct 2022 at 15:30 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e10d46f2-49e3-4ce2-84d9-6cf7b862f4f2

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e10d46f2-49e3-4ce2-84d9-6cf7b862f4f2
  28th October 2022 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-GB-Swindon:-UKRI-2508-Automated-Laboratory-Thermal-Vacuum-Chamber/AHNH5C3842
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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