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title: "UKRI-1167 - Cryogenic Cooling System for a High-Power Laser"
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# UKRI-1167 - Cryogenic Cooling System for a High-Power Laser

Buyer: UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e0ff4f26-ed70-4e30-80bb-f623a70e2205

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## Summary

The contract titled "UKRI-1167 - Cryogenic Cooling System for a High-Power Laser" was awarded by UK Research & Innovation (UKRI), specifically through the Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC). The procurement falls within the goods category and involves a cryogenic cooling system for an advanced Yb:YAG laser system to be set up at the Rutherford Appleton Laboratory in the South East of the United Kingdom. The contract was awarded on 6th July 2021, with a total value of £377,724, and the contract period runs from 9th July 2021 to 1st July 2022. This procurement method followed an open procedure.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in the manufacturing or supply of advanced cooling systems and laser technologies, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) given the eligibility specified. Companies with capabilities in high-performance systems and engineering solutions are particularly well-suited to engage in such contracts. As UKRI is a prominent contracting authority, successful engagement could potentially lead to further collaborations and projects, aiding in the growth of participating businesses.

## Notice

Proposals are sought by the Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC, part of UK Research and Innovation, UKRI) for a cryogenic cooling system for a high-power laser. STFC is building an advanced Yb:YAG laser system delivering pulse energies in excess of 10 J at 100 Hz repetition rate. The system will be built, tested, and operated at the Rutherford Appleton Laboratory.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d3a80531-cbad-452e-b2c3-0280d50a8c95 |
| 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 | 21 Jul 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 5 Jul 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 5 Jul 2021 |
| Contract period | 8 Jul 2021 - 1 Jul 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £377,724 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £377,724 |
| 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 | TLJ South East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | GREEN RESOURCE ENGINEERING LTD (GRE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38636100 - Lasers

## Release History

- 21 Jul 2021 at 09:25 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d3a80531-cbad-452e-b2c3-0280d50a8c95

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d3a80531-cbad-452e-b2c3-0280d50a8c95
  21st July 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/respondToList.html?noticeId=612612302
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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