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title: "UKRI-1249 NQCC WP20 Algorithm Study for NISQ Systems Achieving Quantum Advantage"
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# UKRI-1249 NQCC WP20 Algorithm Study for NISQ Systems Achieving Quantum Advantage

Buyer: UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-38bf0e51-b114-402c-8683-49509f0d2eed

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## Summary

The UK Research & Innovation is currently conducting a tender titled "UKRI-1249 NQCC WP20 Algorithm Study for NISQ Systems Achieving Quantum Advantage." This initiative aims to support the development of an early-stage quantum computer that surpasses conventional computing capabilities by 2025. The procurement falls under the services category, specifically focusing on feasibility studies, advisory services, and analysis. The tender was published on 3rd September 2021, and the submission deadline is set for 12th October 2021. The potential contract is valued at £80,000 and will involve delivery across various locations, including the United Kingdom and British Overseas Territories.

This opportunity presents a significant growth potential for businesses engaged in quantum computing, advisory services, or system analysis. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in technology, research, and development would be particularly well-suited to compete for this contract. By leveraging expertise in NISQ systems and innovative computational methods, businesses can position themselves as critical contributors to advancing quantum technology in this promising field.

## Notice

The National Quantum Computing Centre has an objective to deliver an early-stage quantum computer (Noisy Intermediate Scale Quantum, NISQ machine) that can outperform conventional computing for a range of tasks, by 2025.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/78b02ca2-e35f-4859-823a-a405b6a92d75 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 3 Sep 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 12 Oct 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 22 Nov 2021 - 21 Nov 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £80,000 |
| 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 | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71241000 - Feasibility study, advisory service, analysis

## Release History

- 3 Sep 2021 at 13:55 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/78b02ca2-e35f-4859-823a-a405b6a92d75

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/78b02ca2-e35f-4859-823a-a405b6a92d75
  3rd September 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Swindon:-Feasibility-study,-advisory-service,-analysis./ARW42M532X
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

## Notice URLs

- https://www.ukri.org/
- https://www.ukri.org/,RutherfordAppletonLaboratory

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