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title: "UK SBS D100X - Small Aperture Circular Ceramic Yb:YAG gain media discs for a high energy laser amplifier"
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# UK SBS D100X - Small Aperture Circular Ceramic Yb:YAG gain media discs for a high energy laser amplifier

Buyer: UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-ace553fb-9a52-49f2-96a7-da2d4e0e5180

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## Summary

The public procurement process led by UK Shared Business Services Limited (UK SBS) involves the supply of small aperture circular ceramic Yb:YAG gain media discs for a high-energy laser amplifier, specifically intended for use in a 10 J laser cryogenic gas-cooled preamplifier head as part of the D-100X project. This tender, titled "UK SBS D100X," falls under the category of laboratory, optical and precision equipment and is located in Swindon, England. The tender period concluded on 13 January 2017, with the contract period starting on 6 February 2017 and ending on 30 June 2017. The overall contract value is approximately £140,000, with a minimum value of £100,000. The procurement method is classified as "Other," and this process is currently in the Award stage. Following the award date of 10 February 2017, details about the awarded contract have been published on 30 March 2017.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in advanced engineering, optics, and materials science, particularly those that can deliver high-quality components for laser systems. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that possess expertise in manufacturing precision optical devices would be particularly well-suited to compete for this contract. The backing of UK SBS indicates a strong commercial approach to public sector procurement, offering businesses a chance to engage in innovative product development and potential longer-term partnerships within the public sector.

## Notice

Proposals are sought by the Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC) for the supply of small aperture circular ceramic Yb:YAG gain media discs with Cr:YAG cladding. These are intended for use in a 10 J laser cryogenic gas cooled preamplifier head as part of the 100 J laser system being built for the D-100X project. About UK Shared Business Services Putting the business into shared services UK Shared Business Services Ltd (UK SBS) brings a commercial attitude to the public sector; helping our customers improve efficiency, generate savings and modernise. It is our vision to become the leading provider for our customers of shared business services in the UK public sector, continuously reducing cost and improving quality of business services for Government and the public sector. Our broad range of expert services is shared by our customers. This allows our customers the freedom to focus resources on core activities; innovating and transforming their own organisations. Core services include Procurement, Finance, Grants Admissions, Human Resources, Payroll, ISS, and Property Asset Management all underpinned by our Service Delivery and Contact Centre teams. UK SBS is a people rather than task focused business. It's what makes us different to the traditional transactional shared services centre. What is more, being a not-for-profit organisation owned by its customers, UK SBS' goals are aligned with the public sector and delivering best value for the UK taxpayer. UK Shared Business Services Ltd changed its name from RCUK Shared Services Centre Ltd in March 2013. Our Customers Growing from a foundation of supporting the Research Councils, 2012/13 saw Business Innovation and Skills (BIS) transition their procurement to UK SBS and Crown Commercial Service (CSS - previously Government Procurement Service) agree a Memorandum of Understanding with UK SBS to deliver two major procurement categories (construction and research) across Government. UK SBS currently manages PS700m expenditure for its Customers, our growth projections anticipate this will rise to PS1bn in 2013/14. Important information From the 2nd April 2014 the Government is introducing its new Government Security Classifications (GSC) classification scheme to replace the current Government Protective Marking Scheme (GPMS). A key aspect of this is the reduction in the number of security classifications used. All potential suppliers should make themselves aware of the changes as it may impact on this Requirement. The link below to the Gov.uk website provides information on the new GSC: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/government-security-classifications Additional information: UK Shared Business Services eSourcing As part of the strategic alliance between UK Shared Business Services Ltd (UK SBS) and Crown Commercial Service (CCS), UK SBS can use the CCS eSourcing Suite for future procurements. If you have not yet registered on the eSourcing Suite, this can be done online at https://gpsesourcing.cabinetoffice.gov.uk by following the link 'Register for CCS eSourcing'. Please note that, to register, you must have a valid DUNS number (as provided by Dun and Bradstreet) for the organisation which you are registering, who will be entering into a contract if invited to do so. Once you have registered on the eSourcing Suite, a registered user can express an interest for a specific procurement. This is done by emailing ExpressionOfInterest@crowncommercial.gov.uk. Your email must clearly state: the name and reference for the procurement you wish to register for; the name of the registered Bidder; and the name and contact details for the registered individual sending the email. Crown Commercial Service will process the email and then enable the Bidder to access the procurement online via the e-Sourcing Suite. The registered user will receive a notification email to alert them once this has been done. The Sourcing documents can then be accessed on the eSourcing Suite at: https://gpsesourcing.cabinetoffice.gov.uk using the instructions detailed in the Specification documents within Contracts Finder. As a user of the e-Sourcing Suite you will have access to Emptoris email messaging service which facilitates all messages sent to you and from you in relation to any specific RFX event. Please note it is your responsibility to access these emails on a regular basis to ensure you have sight of all relevant information. For technical assistance on use of the e-Sourcing Suite please contact Crown Commercial Service Helpdesk : Telephone: 0345 010 3503

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/84b17ed7-5c99-4ef1-9adf-61ff33bbd3c6 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 30 Mar 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 13 Jan 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 10 Feb 2017 |
| Contract period | 13 Feb 2017 - 31 Jul 2017 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £140,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £86,550 |
| 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 | BAIKOWSKI |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 30 Mar 2017 at 10:40 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/84b17ed7-5c99-4ef1-9adf-61ff33bbd3c6
- 12 Dec 2016 at 14:43 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/affbc834-1689-43c3-857e-4ffede6ff2ba
- 21 Nov 2016 at 15:18 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/affbc834-1689-43c3-857e-4ffede6ff2ba

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/84b17ed7-5c99-4ef1-9adf-61ff33bbd3c6
  30th March 2017 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/affbc834-1689-43c3-857e-4ffede6ff2ba
  12th December 2016 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/2aea8cc9-82df-45aa-8ced-6048b89bb8f7
  PR16243 Invitation to Quote
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/8c7c5de3-d563-45d5-bdbd-6164dbda0108
  PR16243 ITQ Invitation to Quote
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/SupplierAttachment/8e7fb2f0-abcc-45b3-a2c4-1c83b0751c99
  Contract PR16243 Redacted

## Notice URLs

- http://www.uksbs.co.uk
- https://gpsesourcing.cabinetoffice.gov.uk
- https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/government-security-classifications

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