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title: "GB-Oxfordshire: UKRI-1170 Optical Tables"
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# GB-Oxfordshire: UKRI-1170 Optical Tables

Buyer: UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-7f2a946f-a9f2-43e7-84f4-8227965370bd

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## Summary

The procurement process titled "GB-Oxfordshire: UKRI-1170 Optical Tables" is being conducted by UK Research & Innovation, specifically through the Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC). The tender focuses on the supply of optical tables for a 150 J laser system to be built for the EPAC Project at the Rutherford Appleton Laboratory in Oxford, South East England. The procurement is currently in the tender stage, with a new deadline for responses extended to 5 January 2021. The value of the contract ranges from £100,000 to £500,000, and it follows an open procedure for procurement.

This tender presents significant opportunities for companies involved in the manufacturing and supply of high-precision scientific equipment, particularly those with expertise in optics or laboratory systems. Businesses that specialise in goods related to scientific research and testing environments, especially those capable of meeting strict quality and delivery standards, would be particularly well-suited to compete for this contract. Engaging in this procurement could enable suppliers to expand their portfolios and establish ongoing relationships with a leading research institution.

## Notice

NOTE: This notice was updated on 11 December 2020 for the following reason: Deadline of response submissions extended from 23 December 2020 to 05 January 2021(Proposals are sought by the Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC) for the supply of a set of optical tables for a 150 J laser system being built for the EPAC Project located at the Rutherford Appleton Laboratory (RAL). These optical tables will form the base of the laser system and will be operated at room temperature in ambient atmospheric conditions in a clean room environment.)

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8f1a4dbf-1e35-4b48-8eb9-d93cd5c5da7c |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 11 Dec 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 23 Dec 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 18 Jan 2021 - 18 Jun 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £500,000 |
| 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 | OXFORD |
| Post town | Oxford |
| Postcode | OX11 0QX |
| 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) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products

### Codes

- 39121200 - Tables

## Release History

- 11 Dec 2020 at 15:10 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8f1a4dbf-1e35-4b48-8eb9-d93cd5c5da7c
- 4 Dec 2020 at 16:10 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8f1a4dbf-1e35-4b48-8eb9-d93cd5c5da7c

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8f1a4dbf-1e35-4b48-8eb9-d93cd5c5da7c
  11th December 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-GB-Oxfordshire:-UKRI-1170-Optical-Tables/QQAB4UR43S
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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