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title: "GB-Swindon: UKRI-3864 Framework Agreement for Superconducting Quantum Chips"
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# GB-Swindon: UKRI-3864 Framework Agreement for Superconducting Quantum Chips

Buyer: UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-42ab90a3-be2a-437d-97b6-0a46ac628cd2

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## Summary

The buying organisation, UK Research & Innovation, based in Swindon, has awarded a framework agreement (UKRI-3864) for the procurement of superconducting quantum chips to be used by STFC-RAL. This procurement, categorised under electronic integrated circuits and microassemblies, is situated in the South East of the United Kingdom. The tendering process began with a completion status and moved to the award stage on 22nd March 2024, with the contract running from 23rd March 2024 to 5th March 2025. The total value of this procurement is £50,000.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for large-scale businesses in the field of electronic integrated circuits and quantum technology. The contract, awarded to Rigetti and Co LLC, highlights a competitive market for high-tech components, providing a chance for companies specialising in quantum computing and related technologies to expand their portfolio and business growth. As the contract is not open specifically to SMEs or VCSEs, it is particularly suited for established, large entities with the capacity to deliver on complex technological requirements.

## Notice

This contract is for the procurement of quantum superconducting chips for STFC-RAL. Additional information: 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/1ac04296-1916-400b-9540-8848d84ee395 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 26 Jul 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 22 Mar 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 22 Mar 2024 |
| Contract period | 23 Mar 2024 - 5 Mar 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £50,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £50,000 |
| 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 & 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) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | RIGETTI AND |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting

### Codes

- 31712110 - Electronic integrated circuits and microassemblies

## Release History

- 26 Jul 2024 at 11:35 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1ac04296-1916-400b-9540-8848d84ee395

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1ac04296-1916-400b-9540-8848d84ee395
  26th July 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/respondToList.html?noticeId=878399456
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

## Notice URLs

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

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