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title: "UKRI-4697 EPAC Optic Bundle 4"
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# UKRI-4697 EPAC Optic Bundle 4

Buyer: UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-cdace441-c8d8-4eee-a2a8-fbe460d21076

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## Summary

UK Research & Innovation has successfully completed a procurement process titled "UKRI-4697 EPAC Optic Bundle 4", under the category of laboratory, optical, and precision equipment. This procurement involved an upgrade to the existing EPAC facility to include a second beamline in the pump laser section. The contract was awarded on 12th February 2025, with activities scheduled to commence on 14th February 2025 and conclude on 31st March 2025. The procurement process, designated as "Other", was valued at GBP 184,500 and targeted Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs). Deliveries were expected across various locations, including the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, Rest of the World, and the United Kingdom.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in optical, precision equipment manufacturing, and laboratory services. Companies equipped to deliver complex upgrades and integrate advanced laser technologies could find substantial business growth by participating in similar tenders. Manx Precision Optics Ltd., the winning bidder, exemplifies the type of large-scale enterprises well-suited to compete in the high-precision equipment sector. SMEs with capabilities in servicing and upgrading laboratory facilities stand to benefit from such tenders, enhancing their market presence and expanding their business portfolios.

## Notice

The work involves an upgrade of the existing EPAC facility to introduce a second beamline in the pump laser section of EPAC. This purchase is for an EPAC Bundle 4.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ea8b542d-cb89-45e8-bd61-105f46343dac |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 13 Feb 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 12 Feb 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 12 Feb 2025 |
| Contract period | 14 Feb 2025 - 31 Mar 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £184,500 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £184,500 |
| 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 & 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 |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | MANX PRECISION OPTICS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 13 Feb 2025 at 11:00 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ea8b542d-cb89-45e8-bd61-105f46343dac

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ea8b542d-cb89-45e8-bd61-105f46343dac
  13th February 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/respondToList.html?noticeId=921305575
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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