--- title: "GB-swindon: The design, supply, delivery, and installation of laser safety equipment necessary to create a Laser Controlled Area (LCA)" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-4b10aab9-adc9-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-4b10aab9-adc9-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-4b10aab9-adc9-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-4b10aab9-adc9-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "MINISTRY OF DEFENCE, C&C, OTHER" published: "2016-11-18" --- # GB-swindon: The design, supply, delivery, and installation of laser safety equipment necessary to create a Laser Controlled Area (LCA) Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE, C&C, OTHER Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-4b10aab9-adc9-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-4b10aab9-adc9-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-4b10aab9-adc9-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b.json) ## Summary The Ministry of Defence (MoD) is seeking tenders for the design, supply, delivery, and installation of laser safety equipment necessary for creating a Laser Controlled Area (LCA) within a laboratory space used by its Nuclear Department. This procurement process is currently in the Tender stage, with a submission deadline set for 12th February 2016. The project falls under the industry category of Safety Equipment and has a total expected value of £113,000, with a minimum contract value of £10,000. Implementation of the contract is anticipated to begin on 10th March 2016 and conclude by 7th April 2016. A site survey for prospective suppliers is scheduled for 15th February 2016 to allow for accurate measurements and project planning. This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in safety equipment and installation services, particularly those with experience in laboratory environments and compliance with military standards. Companies that can provide innovative solutions for establishing a Laser Controlled Area, including high-quality laser blocking materials and interlock systems, will be well-positioned to compete. As the MoD looks for cost-effective proposals, businesses that demonstrate efficiency and technical expertise in laser safety systems may find themselves with a competitive edge in this procurement process. ## Notice NOTE: This notice was updated on 10 February 2016 for the following reason: Change to EOI deadline to fit with business needs.1. The Ministry of Defence (MoD) has a requirement for the design, supply, delivery, and installation of safety equipment necessary to create a Laser Controlled Area (LCA) within one of the laboratory spaces used by the Nuclear Department. 2. The Nuclear Department owns a Class 4 Laser which can be used to image water flowing in an acrylic channel. The laser will be operated in the ND Irradiation Facility in a room which is shared with other scientific equipment. To allow simultaneous use of the facility, which is a requirement, a Laser Controlled Area must be established in accordance with JSP 390 - Military Laser Safety. As this system will be operated in a laboratory environment, the most relevant section is JSP 390 Volume 1 Issue 3 Section 3. 3. The expected engineered solution is described in paragraph 4 however, other solutions that satisfy the requirements will also be considered. 4. It is expected that the most cost effective way to establish the LCA is to divide the room into two areas using a laser blocking material which must comply with IEC 60825-4:2006 in the pitched roof space and a curtain, complying to the same specification, hanging below the trusses. The curtain is to be attached at each end to walls by an interlocked connection. Above the curtain, a laser blocking material must be used to fill the spaces between trusses which support the roof. A new interlock system is also required to replace the existing obsolete system. The new system should allow for a short, timed, interlock override to allow safe ingress/egress from the area while the laser is functioning (often the laser will need to run continuously for hours at a time to generate data). In addition, the new interlock should be connected to external signs which indicate the state of the laser to anyone outside the laser controlled area. Personal Protective Equipment (Eyewear) is also required for 5 people (based on the instructor plus 4 students). 5. The MoD will require a full description and "rough" drawing to be submitted at the tender stage to identify the proposed solution and safety functionality. 6. The Authority envisages a need for a brief site survey to enable potential suppliers to inspect the facility and compile accurate measurements of the installation site. This is planned to take place on 15 Feb 16 13:30. 7. The Authority has the desire for delivery and installation by the end of Mar 2016 Full details of the requirements for the Supply, Delivery and Installation of Safety Equipment for a Laser Controlled Area (LCA) will be included in the tender documents. Please note it is MOD policy to make payment via Purchase to Payment (P2P). Additional information: To view this notice, register as a supplier here: http://www.contracts.mod.uk/delta/signup.html?userType=supplier and search for the notice with reference 'GB-swindon: The design, supply, delivery, and installation of laser safety equipment necessary to create a Laser Controlled Area (LCA)'. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a43bbb75-c6df-4a7c-973e-f15a068e0ba3 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 18 Nov 2016 | | Submission deadline | 12 Feb 2016 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 10 Mar 2016 - 7 Apr 2016 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £113,000 | | 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 | MINISTRY OF DEFENCE, C&C, OTHER | | Locality | SWINDON | | Post town | Swindon | | Postcode | SN6 8LA | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire | | ITL 3 | TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC | | Local authority | Vale of White Horse | | Electoral ward | Watchfield & Shrivenham | | Westminster constituency | Witney | | Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment ### Codes - 35113000 - Safety equipment ## Release History - 18 Nov 2016 at 20:17 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a43bbb75-c6df-4a7c-973e-f15a068e0ba3 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a43bbb75-c6df-4a7c-973e-f15a068e0ba3 10th February 2016 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder ## Notice URLs - http://www.contracts.mod.uk/delta/signup.html?userType=supplier ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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