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title: "UKRI-4053 EPAC Compressor Fold Mirror"
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# UKRI-4053 EPAC Compressor Fold Mirror

Buyer: UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-63111826-7fe7-4958-b167-af694035ff3e

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## Summary

The Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC), part of UK Research and Innovation (UKRI), has completed a procurement process for a laser turning mirror designed for use in an in-vacuo laser pulse compressor system. This project is part of the Extreme Photonics Applications Centre (EPAC) located at the Rutherford Appleton Laboratory (RAL) in the South East region of the United Kingdom. The procurement utilised an open procedure and entered the award stage on 20th August 2024, with the contract period running from 2nd October 2024 to 23rd June 2025. The total contract value is £159,390, classifying under the industry category of Laboratory, Optical and Precision Equipment (excluding glasses).

This tender represents a significant business growth opportunity for companies specialising in the production of high-precision laboratory and optical equipment. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in particular could find this type of contract beneficial for enhancing their market presence and technological capabilities. Although Lambda Photometrics Ltd, a large-scale supplier, has been awarded the contract, similar future opportunities could be well-suited for SMEs looking to collaborate with public sector organisations like the UKRI on innovative scientific projects. Engaging in such contracts can facilitate new partnerships and access to cutting-edge research and development projects.

## Notice

Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC), which is part of UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) seeks to acquire a laser turning mirror specifically designed for use in an in-vacuo laser pulse compressor system. This system is part of the Extreme Photonics Applications Centre (EPAC) Project located at the Rutherford Appleton Laboratory (RAL) in the UK

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b83d789f-9b62-4f24-8dbe-c0970e3c0c45 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 21 Oct 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 19 Aug 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 19 Aug 2024 |
| Contract period | 1 Oct 2024 - 23 Jun 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £159,390 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £159,390 |
| 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 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 | LAMBDA PHOTOMETRICS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 21 Oct 2024 at 08:20 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b83d789f-9b62-4f24-8dbe-c0970e3c0c45

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b83d789f-9b62-4f24-8dbe-c0970e3c0c45
  21st October 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/respondToList.html?noticeId=897172727
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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