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title: "FM22143 - IMAT Detector Frame"
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# FM22143 - IMAT Detector Frame

Buyer: UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-5f6a8abe-d427-4c08-a149-89baf9213eb5

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## Summary

The procurement process, initiated by UK Shared Business Services Limited, involved a competitive quotation for the supply of an IMAT detector frame and associated raw materials within the industry category of diffraction apparatus. The tender period concluded on 18th July 2022, and the award notice was published on 22nd July 2022. The awarded contract, valued at £15,546, is active from 19th July 2022 until 26th July 2022, with the delivery address located in Oxfordshire (OX11 0QX).

This tender represents a notable opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) engaged in the supply of goods related to testing and measuring machinery. Businesses that specialise in manufacturing or supplying diffraction apparatus and related components would be particularly well-suited to compete, given the specificity of the contract requirements. Engaging with the procurement authority or exploring partnerships may further enhance opportunities for growth in this sector.

## Notice

***** THIS IS AN AWARD NOTICE, NOT A CALL FOR COMPETITION ***** UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) - Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC) have awarded a contract for IMAT detector frame - raw materials. This procurement is being concluded following a competitive quote exercise.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fdf6d32d-d2f6-40c1-ac53-9c226195fda7 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Competitive quotation (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 22 Jul 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 18 Jul 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 18 Jul 2022 |
| Contract period | 18 Jul 2022 - 26 Jul 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £15,546 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £15,546 |
| 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 | METALEX ACP |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38530000 - Diffraction apparatus
- 38540000 - Machines and apparatus for testing and measuring

## Release History

- 22 Jul 2022 at 10:59 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fdf6d32d-d2f6-40c1-ac53-9c226195fda7

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fdf6d32d-d2f6-40c1-ac53-9c226195fda7
  22nd July 2022 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/20efef29-9f10-4a13-a295-286615bf71c2

## Notice URLs

- http://www.uksbs.co.uk

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