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title: "UKSBS PR19090 Test Facility Optical Windows and Flanges"
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# UKSBS PR19090 Test Facility Optical Windows and Flanges

Buyer: UK RESEARCH AND INNOVATION  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-ba44a6a2-bf2e-498b-95b7-875f8d0ee0d1

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## Summary

The procurement process involves UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) seeking to acquire a specific contract titled "UKSBS PR19090 Test Facility Optical Windows and Flanges." This procurement, classified under the optical instruments category (CPV code 38600000), is set to take place at the Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC) located near Oxford. The tender period concluded on 23rd December 2019, with the contract period beginning on 6th January 2020 and running until 24th September 2020. The procurement method employed was an open procedure, with a contract value of £266,100.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses in the manufacturing and supply sectors, particularly those specialising in optical components and equipment, to participate in UKRI's projects. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to compete, given their suitability within this tender. Companies with experience in producing optical windows and flanges suitable for scientific applications would be particularly well-placed to take advantage of this opportunity and contribute to the requirements of the RAL Space Department.

## Notice

The Contracting Authority, UK Research and Innovation (UKRI), have a requirement that shall be delivered to their site at Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC), Rutherford Appleton Laboratory (RAL) near Oxford. The requirement is the provision of 4-off ISO-K 500 flanges and 6 completed window assemblies. These are to be delivered specifically to the RAL Space Department for their 5m diameter Thermal Vacuum Chamber. The windows are divided into two types: 3-off Alignment Windows and 3-off Optical Windows. The specification is for a total of six window assemblies to be manufactured and tested (four windows intended to be used for the test at RAL Space and two spares) and four ISO-K 500 flanges (no spares required). All flanges have a unique window position. The windows must be delivered to RAL Space, installed within the flange and fully tested as outlined within the specification. The spare assemblies must be fully assembled.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7c8258fc-4805-448c-99d2-5880d75fe3be |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 18 Jan 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 23 Dec 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 23 Dec 2019 |
| Contract period | 6 Jan 2020 - 24 Sep 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £266,100 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £266,100 |
| 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 RESEARCH AND 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) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | AEON ENGINEERING |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38600000 - Optical instruments

## Release History

- 18 Jan 2020 at 12:40 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7c8258fc-4805-448c-99d2-5880d75fe3be

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7c8258fc-4805-448c-99d2-5880d75fe3be
  18th January 2020 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/respondToList.html?noticeId=464487776
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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