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title: "VMXi Sample Storage Solution (DLSITT0382)"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-76638058-adc8-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b"
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buyer: "DIAMOND LIGHT SOURCE LTD"
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# VMXi Sample Storage Solution (DLSITT0382)

Buyer: DIAMOND LIGHT SOURCE LTD  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-76638058-adc8-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b

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## Summary

The procurement process, initiated by Diamond Light Source Ltd, was for the VMXi Sample Storage Solution (DLSITT0382). This project falls under the miscellaneous general and special-purpose machinery category and is located in Didcot, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom. The open procurement method allowed for broad participation, with the tender period ending on 10th March 2015. The awarded contract was valued at £498,768 and commenced on 16th May 2015, concluding on 1st February 2016.

This tender presents valuable opportunities for businesses specialising in the design, manufacture, and installation of machinery and storage solutions. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) particularly suited to deliver niche products or services within this sector can leverage this procurement as a means of growth. Engaging in future projects with Diamond Light Source Ltd can enhance a company's reputation while expanding its market reach within the scientific and industrial community.

## Notice

The scope of the contract is to design, manufacture, supply, deliver, install and commission a sample storage solution for the VMXi beamline subject to a performance specification outlined in the tender documentation.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f3d82c69-d8ef-4ad6-aaf0-fcd1ae917d32 |
| 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 | 18 Nov 2016 |
| Submission deadline | 10 Mar 2015 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 15 May 2015 |
| Contract period | 15 May 2015 - 1 Feb 2016 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £498,768 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £498,768 |
| 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 | DIAMOND LIGHT SOURCE LTD |
| Locality | DIDCOT |
| Post town | Oxford |
| Postcode | OX11 0DE |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC |
| Local authority | Vale of White Horse |
| Electoral ward | Blewbury & Harwell |
| Westminster constituency | Didcot and Wantage |
| Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | FORMULATRIX |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 42 - Industrial machinery

### Codes

- 42900000 - Miscellaneous general and special-purpose machinery

## Release History

- 18 Nov 2016 at 20:17 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f3d82c69-d8ef-4ad6-aaf0-fcd1ae917d32

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f3d82c69-d8ef-4ad6-aaf0-fcd1ae917d32
  4th June 2015 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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