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title: "EPAC Large Aperture Adaptive Optics"
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# EPAC Large Aperture Adaptive Optics

Buyer: UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0289de

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## Summary

The procurement process involves the Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC), part of UK Research and Innovation (UKRI), seeking proposals for the supply of large aperture Adaptive Optic Systems for their Extreme Photonics and Applications Centre (EPAC) Project. This tender, classified under the "Laboratory, optical and precision equipment" industry category and with a procurement method of open procedure, is currently active and has an estimated value of up to £900,000. The tender period is set to conclude on 22nd February 2021, with delivery expected in Oxfordshire.

This opportunity is particularly suited for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that specialise in optical and precision equipment. Businesses with expertise in providing high-energy laser amplifier systems and related technologies could find significant growth potential through this contract. Participation in this procurement may not only enhance existing supply chains but also open avenues for further contracts or expansions within the scientific research sector.

## Notice

Proposals are sought by the Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC, part of UK Research and Innovation, UKRI) for the supply of a number of large aperture Adaptive Optic Systems for use in a high-energy laser amplifier system as part of the Extreme Photonics and Applications Centre (EPAC) Project.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Proposals are sought by the Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC, part of UK Research and Innovation, UKRI) for the supply of a number of large aperture Adaptive Optic Systems for use in a high-energy laser amplifier system as part of the Extreme Photonics and Applications Centre (EPAC) Project. A minimum confirmed requirement will be the subject of this Contract, which will also have the contractual option for further purchases up to a maximum value at the discretion of the Contracting Authority. The full specification and requirements can be found within the Delta eSourcing Portal, mentioned below; UKRI will be using the Delta eSourcing Portal for this procurement. To register on the Delta eSourcing portal please use the link https://www.delta-esourcing.com/ and follow the instructions to register. If you are already registered on the Delta eSourcing Portal and wish to participate in this procurement, please use the link provided in this Notice, and then follow the instructions to 'Login'. Once you are logged into the system you will be able to link yourself into this procurement using the Access Code https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/2XJ2B48SUB . As a user of the Delta eSourcing Portal you will have access to the Delta messaging service which facilitates all messages sent to you and from you in relation to any specific tender event. Please note it is your responsibility to access these messages on a regular basis to ensure you have sight of all relevant information applicable to this opportunity. Please ensure you review all attached information to ensure a full understanding of this requirement. All attachments can be found with the Document Uploads tab within the Delta eSourcing Portal. The contracting authority expressly reserves the right: i. not to award any contract as a result of the procurement process commenced by publication of this notice; and ii.to make whatever changes it may see fit to the content and structure of the procurement; and in no circumstances will the contracting authority be liable for any costs incurred by any supplier. If the contracting authority decides to enter into a contract with the successful supplier, this does not mean that there is any guarantee of subsequent contracts being awarded. Any expenditure, work or effort undertaken prior to contract award is accordingly a matter solely for the commercial judgement of bidders. Additional information: To respond to this opportunity please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Swindon:-Laboratory%2C-optical-and-precision-equipments-%28excl.-glasses%29./2XJ2B48SUB

Options: he Contracting Authority will include additional options within the Contract for further purchases beyond the minimum confirmed requirement. he estimated value of the confirmed opportunity is PS120,000.00 - PS140,000.00 ex-VAT with a maximum potential spend of up to PS900,000.00 ex-VAT to account for additional purchases or contractual options that may be exercised.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/012785-2021 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 8 Jun 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 22 Feb 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 26 Apr 2021 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £900,000 |
| Lots value | £900,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £121,500 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Cancelled |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## 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 | TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | IMAGINE OPTIC |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 8 Jun 2021 at 11:15 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/012785-2021
- 13 Jan 2021 at 12:32 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/000650-2021

## Notice URLs

- http://www.ukri.org
- https://ukri.delta-esourcing.com/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=594280698
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/2XJ2B48SUB
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Swindon:-Laboratory%2C-optical-and-precision-equipments-%28excl.-glasses%29./2XJ2B48SUB
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-title/2XJ2B48SUB

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