---
title: "UKRI-1167 - Cryogenic Cooling System for a High-Power Laser"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-029e76"
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buyer: "UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION"
published: "2021-03-23"
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# UKRI-1167 - Cryogenic Cooling System for a High-Power Laser

Buyer: UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-029e76

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## Summary

The buyer, UK Research & Innovation (UKRI), is seeking proposals for a cryogenic cooling system for a high-power laser under the title "UKRI-1167 - Cryogenic Cooling System for a High-Power Laser". This procurement falls under the goods category, specifically within the lasers industry. The procurement process is currently in the tender stage, as of 23 March 2021. Proposals are to be delivered to the Rutherford Appleton Laboratory located in Swindon, UK. Interested parties have been advised to contact STFC Procurement at +44 1793442000 for further information.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) that specialise in engineering and technology, particularly those with expertise in laser systems and cooling technologies. The successful implementation of a cryogenic cooling system can lead to advancements in high-power laser applications and could expand the portfolio of businesses that participate in cutting-edge scientific research and development. Companies equipped to meet the specific criteria set out in the tender would be well-positioned to compete for this contract and potentially enhance their market presence in the scientific instrumentation sector.

## Notice

Proposals are sought by the Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC, part of UK Research and Innovation, UKRI) for a cryogenic cooling system for a high-power laser. STFC is building an advanced Yb:YAG laser system delivering pulse energies in excess of 10 J at 100 Hz repetition rate. The system will be built, tested, and operated at the Rutherford Appleton Laboratory.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/005893-2021 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 23 Mar 2021 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Not specified |
| 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 | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38636100 - Lasers

## Release History

- 23 Mar 2021 at 16:24 - TenderUpdate - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/005893-2021

## Notice URLs

- http://www.ukri.org
- https://ukri.delta-esourcing.com/respond/H5V9UP64NY
- https://ukri.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Swindon:-Lasers./H5V9UP64NY

## Provenance

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