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title: "GB-Warrington: UKRI-1587 Vacuum Chamber"
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# GB-Warrington: UKRI-1587 Vacuum Chamber

Buyer: UK RESEARCH AND INNOVATION  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-4a58de7e-2ee0-4e83-a578-6dd2cee6ec9e

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## Summary

The procurement process concerns the UK Research and Innovation, which is seeking bids for a contract titled "GB-Warrington: UKRI-1587 Vacuum Chamber". This opportunity falls under the goods category, specifically within the niche of vacuum pump parts. The procurement method utilised is an open procedure, and the current tender period is set to close on 29 September 2021 at 11:00 AM. The contract will commence on 18 October 2021 and is expected to run until 1 March 2022. The project is located in the UK and is open to participation from small and medium enterprises (SMEs) as well as voluntary community sector enterprises (VCSEs).

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in manufacturing or supplying vacuum chamber equipment and related technologies. Companies that can provide innovative solutions and demonstrate reliability are encouraged to compete. Given the contract's focus on SME participation, smaller enterprises with specialised expertise in vacuum technology may find this an ideal platform to expand their market reach and engage with a major public sector client.

## Notice

NOTE: This notice was updated on 26 August 2021 for the following reason: Addition of link to ITT in section 12(This contract is for the supply of Vacuum Chamber Equipment for ESS) 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/50dc712d-e5f1-45a1-b44a-9c9640467267 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 26 Aug 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 29 Sep 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 17 Oct 2021 - 1 Mar 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £100,000 |
| 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 AND 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

- 42 - Industrial machinery

### Codes

- 42124320 - Parts of vacuum pumps

## Release History

- 26 Aug 2021 at 11:30 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/50dc712d-e5f1-45a1-b44a-9c9640467267
- 25 Aug 2021 at 08:45 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/50dc712d-e5f1-45a1-b44a-9c9640467267

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/50dc712d-e5f1-45a1-b44a-9c9640467267
  26th August 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/respondToList.html?noticeId=621057400
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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