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title: "Input Probes"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-97986143-4c08-45e7-9e4c-540383538cb1"
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# Input Probes

Buyer: UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-97986143-4c08-45e7-9e4c-540383538cb1

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## Summary

The procurement process, initiated by UK Shared Business Services Limited, pertains to the provision of Input Probes, specifically Antenna feedthroughs for SRF cavity inputs. This equipment is essential for use at the STFC - Daresbury Laboratory as part of the European Spallation Source High beta cavity project. The procurement, classified under the CPV code 38000000 for laboratory, optical and precision equipment, occurred through a direct method involving a single tender action beneath the threshold. The tender period concluded on 10 December 2019, with the contract running from 11 December 2019 to 15 May 2020, and a total contract value of £71,995. The contract is marked as complete as of the published award notice date on 15 January 2020.

This contract presents significant opportunities for businesses engaged in the supply of laboratory and precision equipment. Companies that specialise in producing high-quality scientific instruments, specifically those with a background in delivering tailored technological solutions for research facilities, would be well-positioned to compete in similar future tender processes. Small and medium-sized enterprises, particularly those with innovative approaches in technology and engineering, may find this sector a fruitful area for growth, as evidenced by this procurement activity.

## Notice

This requirement is for Antenna feedthroughs for SRF cavity inputs. This equipment is required to be used at STFC - Daresbury Laboratory and required as part of the European Spallation Source High beta cavity project.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/491296a8-5a99-4a39-aa3f-805b0e7d67c1 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Single tender action (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 15 Jan 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 10 Dec 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 10 Dec 2019 |
| Contract period | 11 Dec 2019 - 15 May 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £71,995 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £71,995 |
| 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 | UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED |
| Locality | SWINDON |
| Post town | Swindon |
| Postcode | SN2 1FF |
| 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 |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 15 Jan 2020 at 17:11 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/491296a8-5a99-4a39-aa3f-805b0e7d67c1

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/491296a8-5a99-4a39-aa3f-805b0e7d67c1
  15th January 2020 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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