---
title: "UKRI-1399 - EA1 Focussing Chamber (Vacuum)"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-02b1cf"
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current_stage: "Tender"
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published: "2021-05-17"
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# UKRI-1399 - EA1 Focussing Chamber (Vacuum)

Buyer: UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-02b1cf

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## Summary

The Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC), part of UK Research and Innovation (UKRI), is seeking proposals for the detailed design, analysis, and manufacture of a large vacuum vessel, titled "UKRI-1399 - EA1 Focussing Chamber (Vacuum)". This procurement falls under the goods category, specifically related to vacuum pumps. Located at the Rutherford Appleton Laboratory in Oxfordshire, this tender is currently in the 'Tender' stage, with the deadline for submissions extended to 16 June 2021.

This opportunity may particularly benefit small or medium enterprises (SMEs) interested in the vacuum equipment sector. Businesses with expertise in engineering, manufacturing, or design of vacuum systems will find this tender relevant and are encouraged to participate. By engaging with this contract, companies can enhance their market presence and contribute to innovative projects within the scientific research community.

## Notice

Proposals are sought by the Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC, part of UK Research and Innovation, UKRI) for the detail design, analysis and manufacture of a large vacuum vessel. The system will be built and then tested and operated at the Rutherford Appleton Laboratory in Oxfordshire.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/010846-2021 |
| 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 | 17 May 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

- 42 - Industrial machinery

### Codes

- 42122450 - Vacuum pumps

## Release History

- 17 May 2021 at 13:24 - TenderUpdate - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/010846-2021

## Notice URLs

- http://www.ukri.org
- https://ukri.delta-esourcing.com/respond/97Z366Q8E6
- https://ukri.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Swindon:-Vacuum-pumps./97Z366Q8E6

## Provenance

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