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title: "UKRI-3503 Collimated Optics, Software and Uniform VIS to TIR Source System"
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# UKRI-3503 Collimated Optics, Software and Uniform VIS to TIR Source System

Buyer: UK RESEARCH AND INNOVATION  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-f08ac29a-9710-4ae1-b83c-5ea2ae9e7050

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## Summary

The procurement process initiated by UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) falls under the 'Optical instruments' industry category and is situated in the South East region of the United Kingdom. This tender, titled "UKRI-3503 Collimated Optics, Software and Uniform VIS to TIR Source System," aims to procure a collimator system for optical measurements spanning the visible (VIS) to thermal infrared (TIR) wavelength range. The tender utilised an open procurement method and has reached the award stage with a contract valued at £160,000. Key dates include the tender period ending on 19th February 2024 and the contract period from 21st February 2024 to 31st July 2024.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in optical instruments and related technologies. Companies of various scales, including small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), are well-suited to compete in such tenders. The winning supplier, Lambda Photometrics Limited, demonstrates the importance of possessing specialised knowledge in the integration and calibration of optical systems, which can benefit companies looking to expand their presence in the high-precision optical instruments market. Businesses with capabilities in mechanical, electrical, electro-mechanical, electro-optical systems, and software/firmware stand to gain from similar opportunities in the public procurement landscape.

## Notice

UKRI's RAL Space department seek to procure a collimator system for optical measurements over the visible (VIS) to thermal infrared (TIR) wavelength range (spectral range: 0.40 mm to 14.00 mm). The system shall be used to provide pre-launch optical characterisation and calibration of small earth observing satellites, imaging systems and any remote sensing optical solution that falls under the category of small EO satellites. The proposed system shall include a collimator, appropriate uniform white light and TIR sources, precision targets and target wheel for specific tests. The system shall include all the necessary equipment and control software needed to operate the equipment (mechanical, electrical, electro-mechanical, electro-optical and software/firmware) All individual parts are expected to be fully integrated into a robust enclosure system. Please access our sourcing portal to view the requirement and documentation. https://www.ukri.org/who-we-are/procurement-contract-transparency-data/

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c1c852e0-79d2-45df-8fe8-8524dd713ed0 |
| 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 | 29 Jul 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 19 Feb 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 19 Feb 2024 |
| Contract period | 21 Feb 2024 - 31 Jul 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £160,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £160,000 |
| 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 2FL |
| 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 | LAMBDA PHOTOMETRICS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38600000 - Optical instruments

## Release History

- 29 Jul 2024 at 09:30 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c1c852e0-79d2-45df-8fe8-8524dd713ed0

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c1c852e0-79d2-45df-8fe8-8524dd713ed0
  29th July 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/respondToList.html?noticeId=878810790
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

## Notice URLs

- https://www.ukri.org/who-we-are/procurement-contract-transparency-data/

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