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title: "UKRI-RE21537 - Multimode Instrumentation Optical switch"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-f812474a-4733-42da-bba5-7373faf1d294"
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buyer: "UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED"
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# UKRI-RE21537 - Multimode Instrumentation Optical switch

Buyer: UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-f812474a-4733-42da-bba5-7373faf1d294

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## Summary

The procurement process for the supply of a Multimode Instrumentation Optical switch was concluded on 18th October 2021 by the UK Shared Business Services Limited, based in Swindon, England. This tender, identified as RE21537, falls under the laboratory, optical and precision equipment category (CPV code 38000000) and was awarded following a limited competitive quotation process. The contract, worth £15,250, has a validity period from 18th October 2021 to 28th January 2022, with the tender period having ended on 17th October 2021.

This contract presents a valuable opportunity for SMEs that specialise in optical equipment and precision instruments. Businesses with expertise in developing or supplying laboratory technology would be particularly well-suited to participate in future procurement opportunities of this nature. Engaging in such contracts can contribute to business growth and enable suppliers to establish strong relationships with public sector entities.

## Notice

***** THIS IS AN AWARD NOTICE, NOT A CALL FOR COMPETITION ***** This procurement is being concluded following a competitive quote exercise. Award notice for the supply of Multimode Instrumentation Optical switch to UKRI - STFC

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a8a49bef-415a-4d58-a769-6ad504f5e637 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Competitive quotation (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 15 Feb 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 17 Oct 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 17 Oct 2021 |
| Contract period | 17 Oct 2021 - 28 Jan 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £15,250 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £15,250 |
| 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 SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED |
| Locality | SWINDON |
| Post town | Swindon |
| Postcode | SN2 1FF |
| 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 | HUBER & SUHNER (UK |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 15 Feb 2022 at 08:24 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a8a49bef-415a-4d58-a769-6ad504f5e637
- 18 Oct 2021 at 08:54 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a8a49bef-415a-4d58-a769-6ad504f5e637

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a8a49bef-415a-4d58-a769-6ad504f5e637
  15th February 2022 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/b7658cf1-5c16-4173-9133-ad922b733b3e

## Notice URLs

- https://www.uksbs.co.uk/

## Provenance

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