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title: "GB-Swindon: UKRI-1859 TAP B/L Dielectric Transmission Stretcher Grating"
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# GB-Swindon: UKRI-1859 TAP B/L Dielectric Transmission Stretcher Grating

Buyer: UK RESEARCH AND INNOVATION  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-4c43ccd8-7bd5-4fb9-b6b9-fa133f8b66ec

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## Summary

The UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) has recently awarded a contract for the production of TAP B/L dielectric transmission stretcher grating, with an estimated value of approximately £85,995 to £90,000 excluding VAT. This procurement falls under the industry category of goods, specifically lasers, and the contract period spans from 12th May 2022 to 30th January 2023. The procurement process was conducted via an open procedure, and the tender was closed on 11th May 2022, located in Swindon, South East England. The awarded supplier for this contract is Plymouth Grating Laboratory.

This opportunity presents significant potential for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) engaged in optical and precision equipment manufacturing to expand their market presence. By competing for similar tenders, businesses with capabilities in product delivery for optical instruments and associated components can enhance their growth prospects. As UKRI tends to favour SMEs, companies in this sector should actively monitor and seek out upcoming procurement processes to leverage their expertise and capacity.

## Notice

UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC) has a requirement to provide a supplier who can produce TAP B/L dielectric transmission stretcher grating, in the following quantities: 1 off 35x80x10 mm 2 off 75x50x10 mm 1 off 410x80x25 mm Each individual optic shall have a unique (non-removable) serial number, marked in block capitals (not hand written) on the edge surface and based on the part number. The estimated value of the opportunity is approximately PS85,000- PS90,000 excl. VAT. 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/df86429e-d3f4-4be3-adfb-9425e67025db |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 17 May 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 10 May 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 10 May 2022 |
| Contract period | 11 May 2022 - 30 Jan 2023 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £85,995 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £85,995 |
| 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 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 | TLJ South East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | PLYMOUTH GRATING LABORATORY |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)
- 38636100 - Lasers

## Release History

- 17 May 2022 at 10:50 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/df86429e-d3f4-4be3-adfb-9425e67025db

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/df86429e-d3f4-4be3-adfb-9425e67025db
  17th May 2022 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/respondToList.html?noticeId=689924582
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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