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title: "Provision of Two E-Beam Physical Vapour Deposition Coaters"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-81e19cd6-3a97-4989-839e-23653a5d07f8"
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current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "MINISTRY OF DEFENCE"
published: "2023-04-03"
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# Provision of Two E-Beam Physical Vapour Deposition Coaters

Buyer: MINISTRY OF DEFENCE  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-81e19cd6-3a97-4989-839e-23653a5d07f8

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## Summary

The Ministry of Defence has issued a tender titled "Provision of Two E-Beam Physical Vapour Deposition Coaters" for the purchase of two e-beam physical vapour deposition coaters. The tender is currently in the active stage with a tender deadline of 3rd April 2023. The procurement method is selective, with a total contract value of £2,000,000 GBP. The location for delivery is in RG7 4PR, South East, United Kingdom. The main procurement category is goods, and the procurement method details involve a Restricted procedure above the threshold. The contract period is set to start on 26th June 2023 and end on 26th June 2027.

This tender opportunity by the Ministry of Defence presents a chance for businesses involved in laboratory, optical, and precision equipment; industrial machinery; and architectural, construction, engineering, and inspection services to participate. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly well-suited to compete for this opportunity. Interested businesses should ensure compliance with the technical requirements and submit their bids by the specified deadline to AWEPROCUREMENT@AWE.CO.UK.

## Notice

AWE Plc (Atomic Weapons Establishment) is seeking to purchase two e-beam physical vapour deposition coaters. The successful bidder will be required to design and manufacture the coaters in adherence to technical requirements set out by AWE. The bidder will also be required to deliver and install the coaters and provide through-life maintenance. Additional information: Please see attached files for PQQ Materials Please review all documents and please populate: -Appendix C - Confidentiality Agreement.pdf -Appendix B - COATERS - (AWE) Restricted - PQQ (DSPCR) March 2023.docx Please return via email to AWEPROCUREMENT@AWE.CO.UK by 10/04/2023

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/578bc4f5-70bd-410b-9b43-29416e829a44 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 3 Apr 2023 |
| Submission deadline | 10 Apr 2023 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 2 Jul 2023 - 3 Jul 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £2,000,000 |
| 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 | MINISTRY OF DEFENCE |
| Additional buyers | BRAVOSOLUTION UK LIMITED |
| Locality | ALDERMASTON |
| Post town | Reading |
| Postcode | RG7 4PR |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLJ16 Berkshire West |
| Local authority | West Berkshire |
| Electoral ward | Aldermaston |
| Westminster constituency | Reading West and Mid Berkshire |
| Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)
- 42 - Industrial machinery
- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)
- 42000000 - Industrial machinery
- 71000000 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

## Release History

- 3 Apr 2023 at 11:12 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/578bc4f5-70bd-410b-9b43-29416e829a44
- 16 Mar 2023 at 15:07 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/578bc4f5-70bd-410b-9b43-29416e829a44
- 16 Mar 2023 at 14:51 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/578bc4f5-70bd-410b-9b43-29416e829a44
- 10 Mar 2023 at 14:34 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/578bc4f5-70bd-410b-9b43-29416e829a44
- 10 Mar 2023 at 14:22 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/578bc4f5-70bd-410b-9b43-29416e829a44
- 10 Mar 2023 at 14:21 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/578bc4f5-70bd-410b-9b43-29416e829a44
- 10 Mar 2023 at 14:16 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/578bc4f5-70bd-410b-9b43-29416e829a44
- 10 Mar 2023 at 14:11 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/578bc4f5-70bd-410b-9b43-29416e829a44
- 14 Feb 2023 at 17:25 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/578bc4f5-70bd-410b-9b43-29416e829a44
- 9 Feb 2023 at 14:54 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/578bc4f5-70bd-410b-9b43-29416e829a44
- 7 Feb 2023 at 12:23 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/578bc4f5-70bd-410b-9b43-29416e829a44
- 7 Feb 2023 at 12:22 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/578bc4f5-70bd-410b-9b43-29416e829a44
- 1 Feb 2023 at 14:22 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/578bc4f5-70bd-410b-9b43-29416e829a44
- 1 Feb 2023 at 13:30 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/578bc4f5-70bd-410b-9b43-29416e829a44

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/578bc4f5-70bd-410b-9b43-29416e829a44
  3rd April 2023 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/b00f3a9e-99a0-476a-9cf7-afc713e9e109
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- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/4c23aec1-28c3-4647-a38e-0e6be4f7d365
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- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/5c0b3f2b-5ae8-4c85-9c6f-965e43450817
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- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/01ee5e04-bc4b-4661-b6c3-d1155b3a0f30
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- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/e9136244-0c62-45a0-a7e8-da5f876165f2
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- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/84e6aa66-7e5c-4ab2-b714-7390ff5ebdea
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- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/1e7f5c72-6903-4071-b474-e3410abbc2b9
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- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/ac3d846e-aad7-4e0a-96ad-a0a76e48a589
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- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/dbd6713f-7237-4ca9-84cd-7b013c581f96
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- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/bd831d46-6d9b-4801-97dc-e5a51b3f9037
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- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/3b848b8d-bc9c-454b-ab2f-64647b20aa31
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