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title: "UK SBS PR16080 New ISIS linear accelerator (LINAC) vessel - Tank IV"
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# UK SBS PR16080 New ISIS linear accelerator (LINAC) vessel - Tank IV

Buyer: UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-4a42807f-bc06-4302-8d3d-3967d173aa05

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## Summary

The procurement process pertains to the contract awarded by UK Shared Business Services Limited for the delivery of a new ISIS Linear accelerator (LINAC) vessel, specifically Tank IV, essential for enhancing operations in the scientific field. The contract, valued at approximately £731,779, is set to commence on 7th June 2017 and will conclude on 6th June 2018. This contract falls under the category of goods, specifically linear accelerators and related machine tools, with its procurement method described as an open procedure. Key deliverables are expected to be met within 12 months of contract placement, with delivery addresses located in OX11 0QX, England.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses operating in the high-tech manufacturing sector, particularly those with expertise in producing linear accelerator components and vacuum systems. Companies that specialise in advanced machining, materials handling, and quality control aligned with high operational standards would find this contract particularly suitable. Additionally, small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, offering them a platform to showcase their capabilities in delivering technologically sophisticated goods to a prominent buyer in the public sector.

## Notice

A new ISIS Linear accelerator (LINAC) vessel is required to replace the current aged one. Tank IV is the last section of the ISIS normal conducting drift tube linear accelerator. It operates whilst under vacuum. All components will be cleaned and conform to ISIS vacuum specification. The 12m long tank will consist of six 2m long by 1m diameter vessels bolted together. The new tank will be a direct replacement, as the frequency is dictated by the ISIS machine. For ease of maintenance and safe radiation working levels side hatches will be added to aid drift tube replacement, should the need arise in the future. The main requirements are: - The Tank needs to be a direct dimensional copy of the existing tank for the physics to operate correctly. - The Tank needs to hold a vacuum at pressures of 1x10-7 mbar, with an acceptable leak rate of 1x10-8 mbarl/s. - A method of aligning the tanks is important, so a rail alignment system will be used. - The tank will need to be cooled to 1 deg delta T and will operate at max gauge pressure of 3.85 Bar. - The tank will need surface treatment after manufacture using high conductivity oxygen free copper plating. - Delivery is required within 12 months of Contract placement.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d038b84d-90ba-449a-895b-db3b20dc7d8b |
| 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 | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 19 Mar 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 18 Apr 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 5 Jun 2017 |
| Contract period | 6 Jun 2017 - 6 Jun 2018 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £600,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £731,779 |
| 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 SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED |
| Locality | SWINDON |
| Post town | Swindon |
| Postcode | SN2 1FF |
| 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 |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | SCHELDE EXOTECH |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 31643100 - Linear accelerators
- 42610000 - Machine tools operated by laser and machining centres

## Release History

- 19 Mar 2018 at 16:18 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d038b84d-90ba-449a-895b-db3b20dc7d8b
- 20 Mar 2017 at 10:06 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8ffa10f0-80e0-4a2a-b7fa-b61a9bb3a43d
- 15 Mar 2017 at 15:28 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8ffa10f0-80e0-4a2a-b7fa-b61a9bb3a43d

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d038b84d-90ba-449a-895b-db3b20dc7d8b
  19th March 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8ffa10f0-80e0-4a2a-b7fa-b61a9bb3a43d
  20th March 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/bfadf7ff-c828-4f05-a73c-2f62b2036295
  PR16080 STFC-TankIV Request For Proposal 170307
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/63cfa10d-262a-4328-871d-e2c226fef97a
  ISIS-TS-N5-05- Specification for material selection and the cleaning of components for use in the ISIS Synchrotron
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/bc9ae23e-234a-4665-86fe-955a633fd397
  PR16080 STFC Tank IV - RFP Request for Proposal questions 170307

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