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title: "UK SBS PR20001 FREIA INSTRUMENT NEUTRON GUIDE"
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# UK SBS PR20001 FREIA INSTRUMENT NEUTRON GUIDE

Buyer: UK RESEARCH AND INNOVATION  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-6285d459-f595-40d8-b956-5ee7b35e31a4

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## Summary

The UK Research and Innovation is currently undertaking a tender process for the acquisition of the FREIA Instrument Neutron Guide, classified under the CPV code for laboratory, optical, and precision equipment. This procurement is located in Swindon, UK, with the tender period concluding on 27th July 2020. The contract, once awarded, is expected to commence on 9th September 2020 and extend until 30th April 2026. The open procurement method allows various suppliers to participate, enhancing competitiveness.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in the design and manufacture of laboratory and optical equipment. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) would be particularly well-suited to compete, offering innovative solutions and tailored services in alignment with the specific requirements outlined in the tender documentation. Companies involved in the production and testing of precision instruments may find this an advantageous growth opportunity, particularly in the context of advanced scientific research at institutions like the European Spallation Source in Lund, Sweden.

## Notice

This requirement is concerned with the design, manufacture, testing, delivery of the neutron guide and alignment devices, and its installation within the FREIA Instrument at European Spallation Source (ESS) in Lund, Sweden full details of which are contained in the UK SBS PR20001 Specification document (and any other associated documentation).

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8ba730c6-fe18-4ad8-bd53-30a7af53fd18 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 14 May 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 27 Jul 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 8 Sep 2020 - 30 Apr 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| 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

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 14 May 2020 at 06:00 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8ba730c6-fe18-4ad8-bd53-30a7af53fd18

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8ba730c6-fe18-4ad8-bd53-30a7af53fd18
  14th May 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/respondToList.html?noticeId=493114886
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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