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title: "UKRI-3968 Fast AWG ( Arbitrary Waveform Generator)"
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# UKRI-3968 Fast AWG ( Arbitrary Waveform Generator)

Buyer: UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-ae7c1268-ce89-4e44-bfdd-eeaa19ef1fe6

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## Summary

The UK Research & Innovation is looking to procure a fast Arbitrary Waveform Generator (AWG) for their Chilbolton observatory project to develop a wide band radar operating between 8GHz and 12GHz. The tender, titled "UKRI-3968 Fast AWG (Arbitrary Waveform Generator)", falls under the laboratory, optical and precision equipment category. The procurement stage is currently active, with a tender period ending on 3rd June 2024 and a contract period starting on 4th July 2024 and ending on 3rd January 2025. The procurement method is an open procedure, and the delivery address for the items is in the South East region, United Kingdom.

This tender opportunity by UK Research & Innovation presents a chance for businesses specializing in laboratory, optical, and precision equipment to compete. With a contract value of 135,000 GBP, this tender is well-suited for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Businesses capable of supplying a fast AWG meeting the specified frequency range requirements are encouraged to participate in this procurement process to support the Chilbolton observatory project and contribute to technological advancements in radar systems.

## Notice

The Chilbolton observatory operates is developing a wide band radar to operate between 8GHz and 12GHz. The plan is to use a linear FM chirp which may need to be modified to include notches in the frequency range or corrections for artifacts caused by the transmitter such as amplitude variations or group delay variation. Thus we are seeking a fast Arbitrary Waveform Generator (AWG) capable of directly generating signals in the range 8GHz to 12GHz at the output.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ad80545d-3a81-43b5-8c30-b30c940912d0 |
| 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 | 22 Apr 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 3 Jun 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 3 Jul 2024 - 3 Jan 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £135,000 |
| 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 | SWINDON |
| Post town | Swindon |
| Postcode | SN2 1FL |
| 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 | TLJ South East (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 22 Apr 2024 at 13:15 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ad80545d-3a81-43b5-8c30-b30c940912d0

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ad80545d-3a81-43b5-8c30-b30c940912d0
  22nd April 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Swindon:-Laboratory,-optical-and-precision-equipments-(excl.-glasses)./PY5677G634
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