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title: "DESIGN, SUPPLY AND DELIVERY OF A DIGITAL IMAGE CORRELATION (DIC) SYSTEM FOR CHIMERA"
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buyer: "UNITED KINGDOM ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY"
published: "2020-11-26"
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# DESIGN, SUPPLY AND DELIVERY OF A DIGITAL IMAGE CORRELATION (DIC) SYSTEM FOR CHIMERA

Buyer: UNITED KINGDOM ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-89a2b996-7cea-4c9e-86c2-090fb06fa658

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## Summary

The United Kingdom Atomic Energy Authority is seeking bids for the design, supply, and delivery of a Digital Image Correlation (DIC) system, as part of an open tendering process in the laboratory and optical equipment sector. The procurement is currently at the tender stage, having been published on 26th November 2020, with a submission deadline set for 15th December 2020. The successful contract will commence on 7th January 2021 and run until 30th April 2021, with a total estimated value of £100,000.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in laboratory and optical equipment, particularly those focusing on photographic technology. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) may find this tender particularly accessible, allowing them to expand their portfolios and gain exposure within the public sector. Companies with expertise in motorised and precision imaging systems should consider participating in the bidding process to leverage this potential for growth and innovation in the field.

## Notice

UKAEA Yorkshire require a multi-scale digital image correlation (DIC) system to map ex-situ displacements and strains on the surface of a medium-sized component. The DIC system should be capable of motorised and repeatable positioning of cameras, be simple and quick to calibrate with fully integrated hardware and software.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ef895ff7-ceec-49cf-863a-69bdc3e0eff2 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 26 Nov 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 15 Dec 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 7 Jan 2021 - 30 Apr 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £100,000 |
| 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 | UNITED KINGDOM ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY |
| Locality | ABINGDON |
| Post town | Oxford |
| Postcode | OX14 3DB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC |
| Local authority | South Oxfordshire |
| Electoral ward | Sandford & the Wittenhams |
| Westminster constituency | Didcot and Wantage |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)
- 38650000 - Photographic equipment

## Release History

- 26 Nov 2020 at 12:00 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ef895ff7-ceec-49cf-863a-69bdc3e0eff2

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ef895ff7-ceec-49cf-863a-69bdc3e0eff2
  26th November 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=35584&B=UK
  Additional data
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/ctm/Company/CompanyInformation/Index/72814
  User / Company

## Notice URLs

- http://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/uk-atomic-energy-authority

## Provenance

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