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title: "EPAC Large Aperture Adaptive Optics"
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# EPAC Large Aperture Adaptive Optics

Buyer: UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-46794c0c-9c98-4051-9ac2-63c53e73b1ed

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## Summary

The recent procurement process involved the Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC), a part of UK Research and Innovation, seeking proposals for the supply of large aperture Adaptive Optic Systems as part of the Extreme Photonics and Applications Centre (EPAC) Project. The contract, valued at £121,500, falls under the industry category of laboratory, optical, and precision equipment. The tender was completed on 27 April 2021, with the contract period commencing on 4 May 2021 and extending until 3 May 2025. The procurement method was an open procedure, enabling a broad range of suppliers to participate in this opportunity.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in optical and precision equipment, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) within this sector. Companies with expertise in high-energy laser technologies and adaptive optics systems would be well-positioned to compete. Engaging with UK Research and Innovation could lead to further collaborations and contracts within the public sector, promoting innovation and business development in advanced technology applications.

## Notice

Proposals are sought by the Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC, part of UK Research and Innovation, UKRI) for the supply of a number of large aperture Adaptive Optic Systems for use in a high-energy laser amplifier system as part of the Extreme Photonics and Applications Centre (EPAC) Project.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d3b4dbf2-e11c-4ed1-ba84-d307518b460e |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 8 Jun 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 26 Apr 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 26 Apr 2021 |
| Contract period | 3 May 2021 - 3 May 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £121,500 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £121,500 |
| 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 | IMAGINE OPTIC |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 8 Jun 2021 at 10:00 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d3b4dbf2-e11c-4ed1-ba84-d307518b460e

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d3b4dbf2-e11c-4ed1-ba84-d307518b460e
  8th June 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/respondToList.html?noticeId=594280698
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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