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title: "UKRI-1117 - Chilbolton Observatory Raman Lidar"
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# UKRI-1117 - Chilbolton Observatory Raman Lidar

Buyer: UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-ebf06b3b-fce4-4ec6-94b2-70e6703aeed7

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## Summary

The UK Research & Innovation is currently seeking proposals for the "UKRI-1117 - Chilbolton Observatory Raman Lidar" project, which involves the procurement of an atmospheric Raman lidar system for installation at the STFC Chilbolton Observatory, located in the South East of the United Kingdom. This open procurement process is in the tender stage, with submissions due by 5th October 2021. The total budget for this contract is £300,000, and the contract period is set to commence on 8th November 2021 and conclude on 31st August 2022.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in laser technology and atmospheric measurement systems. Companies focusing on advanced scientific equipment, specifically in the field of lasers, are well-positioned to compete for this contract. Furthermore, it may enable collaboration between larger entities and voluntary or community sector enterprises, highlighting the inclusive nature of this procurement.

## Notice

The Science and Technology Facilities Council, part of UK Research and Innovation are seeking proposals from suppliers for an atmospheric Raman lidar system for installation at STFC Chilbolton Observatory.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/40351775-9bf1-44cf-8d8f-cfbfe92e717f |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 26 Aug 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 5 Oct 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 8 Nov 2021 - 31 Aug 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £300,000 |
| 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 | 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) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38636100 - Lasers

## Release History

- 26 Aug 2021 at 10:40 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/40351775-9bf1-44cf-8d8f-cfbfe92e717f

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/40351775-9bf1-44cf-8d8f-cfbfe92e717f
  26th August 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Swindon:-Lasers./295242HVC4
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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