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title: "Robotic Equipment for Remote Sample Handling"
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# Robotic Equipment for Remote Sample Handling

Buyer: UNITED KINGDOM ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-b9de4126-1c8e-4327-a342-4b73d2a812a4

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## Summary

The United Kingdom Atomic Energy Authority (UKAEA) is currently seeking tenders for the provision of Robotic Equipment for Remote Sample Handling. This procurement falls under the goods category, specifically industrial robots, and is located at the Culham Science Centre in Oxfordshire. The tender period is set to close on 22nd July 2022, and the total contract value is estimated at £60,000, with a minimum bid amount of £10,000. The procurement method is open, allowing for any interested party to submit a proposal.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in robotic technology and automation, particularly those capable of providing installation and maintenance guidance. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary and community sector enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to participate, as the project aims to foster collaboration with UKAEA by delivering advanced training for operational staff along with the equipment. Companies with expertise in robotics and support services will find this initiative especially aligned with their offerings.

## Notice

UKAEA wishes to issue a contract for the supply of robotic test sample handling equipment for use in Research rooms at its Materials Research Facility (MRF) at its Culham site in Oxfordshire. This would include: * Supplying a robotic arm with control hardware and applicable software. * Supplying accessories and auxiliary equipment necessary for the application * Working closely with UKAEA to provide appropriate installation & maintenance guidance and advanced staff training on using the equipment.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/796e3db1-1bbf-41cf-9393-33796dc84dbd |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 1 Jul 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 22 Jul 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 22 Jul 2022 - 24 Jul 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £60,000 |
| 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 | TLJ South East (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 42 - Industrial machinery

### Codes

- 42997300 - Industrial robots

## Release History

- 1 Jul 2022 at 11:33 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/796e3db1-1bbf-41cf-9393-33796dc84dbd

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/796e3db1-1bbf-41cf-9393-33796dc84dbd
  1st July 2022 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=49788&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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