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title: "GB-Didcot: Sapphire crystal"
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# GB-Didcot: Sapphire crystal

Buyer: UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-5f41ca42-3609-489e-bdea-c13149420b7f

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## Summary

The procurement process for the Sapphire crystal tender, valued at £59,469.29, was conducted by UK Research & Innovation, specifically through the Science & Technology Facilities Council based in Swindon, United Kingdom. This tender falls under the category of research laboratory services and was completed on 11th October 2021. The contract period starts on 26th October 2021 and runs until 31st January 2022, following the conclusion of the tender phase. The procurement method details were not specified for this contract.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses engaged in the supply of advanced scientific materials, particularly those specializing in optics and laboratory equipment. Companies that are well-positioned to compete include large-scale suppliers capable of meeting stringent research requirements. Engaging with UK Research & Innovation could pave the way for future collaborations in innovation and technology-driven projects, further enhancing business growth potential in the scientific sector.

## Notice

Large aperture gradient-doped Ti:Sapphire crystal

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/91f2fae5-0d02-47e0-8df0-b760dbdf7d5f |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 25 Oct 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 10 Oct 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 10 Oct 2021 |
| Contract period | 25 Oct 2021 - 31 Jan 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £59,469 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £59,469 |
| 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 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 | TLJ South East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | CM SCIENTIFIC |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73111000 - Research laboratory services

## Release History

- 25 Oct 2021 at 13:20 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/91f2fae5-0d02-47e0-8df0-b760dbdf7d5f

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/91f2fae5-0d02-47e0-8df0-b760dbdf7d5f
  25th October 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/respondToList.html?noticeId=637991168
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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