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title: "UKSBS PR19090 Test Facility Optical Windows and Flanges"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-ed993f39-a62f-4289-8b4b-1405d0a957c8"
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# UKSBS PR19090 Test Facility Optical Windows and Flanges

Buyer: UK RESEARCH AND INNOVATION  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-ed993f39-a62f-4289-8b4b-1405d0a957c8

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## Summary

The UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) is currently concluding a procurement process for the provision of optical windows and flanges for their facility at the Rutherford Appleton Laboratory (RAL) near Oxford. The tender, titled "UKSBS PR19090 Test Facility Optical Windows and Flanges," falls under the goods category with a classification related to optical instruments. The procurement was conducted using an open procedure, and the contract, valued at £266,100, commenced on 6 January 2020 and is set to conclude on 24 September 2020. The tender period ended on 23 December 2019.

This procurement presents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly those specialising in optical instruments and related components. With a focus on delivering precise manufacturing and assembly, companies with capabilities in engineering and production, especially small and medium enterprises (SMEs), may find this project suitable for their expertise. The requirement for high-quality components to be fully tested prior to installation offers a pathway for growth and collaboration with a renowned research organisation.

## Notice

The Contracting Authority, UK Research and Innovation (UKRI), have a requirement that shall be delivered to their site at Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC), Rutherford Appleton Laboratory (RAL) near Oxford. The requirement is the provision of 4-off ISO-K 500 flanges and 6 completed window assemblies. These are to be delivered specifically to the RAL Space Department for their 5m diameter Thermal Vacuum Chamber. The windows are divided into two types: 3-off Alignment Windows and 3-off Optical Windows. The specification is for a total of six window assemblies to be manufactured and tested (four windows intended to be used for the test at RAL Space and two spares) and four ISO-K 500 flanges (no spares required). All flanges have a unique window position. The windows must be delivered to RAL Space, installed within the flange and fully tested as outlined within the specification. The spare assemblies must be fully assembled.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/42cdf93d-cb30-40c3-8b1d-177becb816ae |
| 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 | 18 Jan 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 23 Dec 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 23 Dec 2019 |
| Contract period | 6 Jan 2020 - 24 Sep 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £266,100 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £266,100 |
| 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 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 | TLJ South East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | AEON ENGINEERING |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38600000 - Optical instruments

## Release History

- 18 Jan 2020 at 08:40 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/42cdf93d-cb30-40c3-8b1d-177becb816ae

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/42cdf93d-cb30-40c3-8b1d-177becb816ae
  18th January 2020 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/respondToList.html?noticeId=464302541
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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