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title: "UKRI-1157 Insertion of Custom Pins into Printed Circuit Boards"
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# UKRI-1157 Insertion of Custom Pins into Printed Circuit Boards

Buyer: UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-66900937-e974-4d5c-951c-6b8dd24b70a0

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## Summary

The UK Research & Innovation has initiated a tender, titled "UKRI-1157 Insertion of Custom Pins into Printed Circuit Boards," which falls under the printed circuits category. This procurement process is currently in the active tender stage with a deadline for submission on 30 April 2021. The estimated value of the contract is £175,000. The work involves installing specific Mill-Max pin contacts on approximately 18,000 printed circuit boards, which are destined for the Deep Underground Neutrino Experiment. The contract period is set to commence on 3 May 2021, extending for one year until 2 May 2022, and it is open to suppliers from the UK and other regions including the British Overseas Territories and Europe.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the electronics and manufacturing sectors, particularly those specialising in printed circuit boards and related assembly services. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as the procurement process is designed to be accessible, creating a platform for growth. Companies that possess expertise in circuit board assembly and have experience with high-volume production could be particularly well-suited to compete for this contract, potentially enhancing their market presence through engagement with a reputable national research entity.

## Notice

The aim of this PIN notice is to identify a company that will install the Mill-Max pin contacts 4617-0-15-15-32-27-34-0, 5817-0-15-15-32-27-40-0 and 0921-1-15-20-72-14-11-0 on thick (~4.7 mm) printed circuit boards. The total number of boards is expected to be 18,000 of 11 different types. The boards are part of the Anode Plane Assemblies for the Deep Underground Neutrino Experiment

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8931997a-8436-40a3-8eb4-c2acbe71ba44 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 5 Feb 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 29 Apr 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 2 May 2021 - 2 May 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £175,000 |
| 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 & 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

- 31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting

### Codes

- 31712300 - Printed circuits

## Release History

- 5 Feb 2021 at 10:05 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8931997a-8436-40a3-8eb4-c2acbe71ba44

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8931997a-8436-40a3-8eb4-c2acbe71ba44
  5th February 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Swindon:-Printed-circuits./HP4N26629E
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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