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title: "GB-Didcot: UKRI-1306 Molecular Contamination Sampling and Analysis"
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# GB-Didcot: UKRI-1306 Molecular Contamination Sampling and Analysis

Buyer: UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-c9a2d182-81b4-4a79-9f19-defefd2a979e

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## Summary

The procurement process titled "GB-Didcot: UKRI-1306 Molecular Contamination Sampling and Analysis" is initiated by UK Research & Innovation, specifically the RAL Space department. This tender, classified under analysis services, is located in the South East region of the United Kingdom and is currently in the tender stage. The tender period will conclude on 13th August 2021, while the contract is scheduled to start from 24th August 2021 and run until 31st December 2024, with a total estimated value between £50,000 and £100,000. The procurement method is an open procedure, allowing wider participation from interested parties.

This opportunity is particularly well-suited for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) that specialise in environmental monitoring and analysis services, given the specific requirements for molecular contamination monitoring. Companies with expertise in high-sensitivity testing and analysis would find this contract beneficial in expanding their market presence. By successfully bidding for this contract, businesses could enhance their credibility and develop long-term relationships with a prominent organisation like UK Research & Innovation, paving the way for future collaborations and projects in the space industry.

## Notice

RAL Space requires molecular contamination monitoring to support the environmental test campaigns for the majority of space hardware projects, some of which have optical equipment with high sensitivity to molecular contamination; there is no capability in house to provide the service at the limit of detection required by the customers, therefore RAL Space wish to put in place a contract with a supplier who can provide this service. The Contract duration shall be for an initial period until 31st December 2022, with two optional extensions of 1 year each Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3a24f255-1cbb-44f0-91a1-8fea93f54347 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 27 Jul 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 13 Aug 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 23 Aug 2021 - 31 Dec 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £100,000 |
| 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 | OXFORD |
| Post town | Oxford |
| Postcode | OX11 0QX |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC |
| Local authority | Vale of White Horse |
| Electoral ward | Blewbury & Harwell |
| Westminster constituency | Didcot and Wantage |
| Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71620000 - Analysis services

## Release History

- 27 Jul 2021 at 15:45 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3a24f255-1cbb-44f0-91a1-8fea93f54347

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3a24f255-1cbb-44f0-91a1-8fea93f54347
  27th July 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-GB-Didcot:-UKRI-1306-Molecular-Contamination-Sampling-and-Analysis/FJ7U3SE524
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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