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title: "UKRI-2081 Freia Collimation Vessel"
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# UKRI-2081 Freia Collimation Vessel

Buyer: UK RESEARCH AND INNOVATION  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-ccd587f5-c2a6-4dd8-9a5a-c8b54d2245b2

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## Summary

The UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) is currently conducting a public procurement process for the design and supply of the Freia Collimation Vessel, a critical component for maintaining a vacuum environment for neutron transport. This tender, categorized under laboratory, optical and precision equipment, has been published on 9th March 2022, and is set to close for submissions on 13th April 2022. The contract period is expected to commence on 13th May 2022 and continue until 12th May 2025. The overall budget for this procurement is £200,000, and the project will take place in the East of England, specifically at the STFC RAL site.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in manufacturing and supplying precision equipment. Companies specialising in the design and engineering of vacuum vessels or similar technologies would be particularly well-suited to compete, especially small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that can swiftly adapt to the project requirements. Engaging in this contract could enhance business growth by enabling firms to showcase their capabilities in high-technology sectors, while also contributing to important scientific advancements facilitated by UKRI.

## Notice

The subject of work is the design and supply of the Freia collimation vessel, which maintains a vacuum environment for optimal neutron transport. The collimation vessel is located inside the instrument cave, upstream of the sample position. The vessel is installed on a concrete base, which provides a stable foundation. Within the vessel a number of components are mounted on translation stages, to enable the instrument to be reconfigured to different operating modes. Included within the scope of work is: * The design of the equipment that is to be supplied * All sourcing, manufacturing and assembly activities associated with the supply of the equipment (unless otherwise stated within the specification). *The delivery of the vacuum vessel assembly to the STFC RAL site, and all packaging and handling activities associated with this delivery. * Defining, implementing, and documenting the results of, the quality control and assurance plan

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ef9c659f-32db-4172-9c95-747a142bf966 |
| 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 | 9 Mar 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 13 Apr 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 12 May 2022 - 12 May 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £200,000 |
| 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 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 | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 9 Mar 2022 at 16:15 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ef9c659f-32db-4172-9c95-747a142bf966

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ef9c659f-32db-4172-9c95-747a142bf966
  9th March 2022 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Swindon:-Laboratory,-optical-and-precision-equipments-(excl.-glasses)./79D236MY29
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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