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title: "UKRI-2039 HPGe Germanium Detectors"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-032701"
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# UKRI-2039 HPGe Germanium Detectors

Buyer: UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-032701

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## Summary

The procurement process, initiated by UK Research & Innovation, pertains to the acquisition of Double HPGe Germanium Detectors for the Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC). This procurement falls under the goods category, specifically focusing on detection apparatus within the UK. The award procedure utilised a limited procurement method, conducted without prior publication of a call for competition, highlighting the unique technical requirements that necessitated this approach. The contract has been awarded and is currently active, valued at £251,004, with a date of signing on 22nd March 2022.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in advanced detection technologies and equipment. Companies that manufacture or supply high-precision detection apparatus, particularly in the field of particle physics, would find this opportunity particularly relevant. Additionally, businesses focused on innovative solutions to reduce spectral noise and improve measurement capabilities in low-background scenarios are well-positioned to compete in this niche market.

## Notice

This is for the purchase of Double HPGe Germanium Detectors for STFC.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

For the purchase of a dual germanium detector system capable of coincidence and anti-coincidence measurements of the radioactivity of materials to the standard required by future low-background particle physics experiments. this system will compliment existing detectors at the Boulby underground laboratory by opening avenues for reducing spectral noise and will allow us to look at radioactive signatures not previously possible.

### Procurement Information

The contract was awarded without prior publication due in accordance with PCR 2015 Regulation 32.(2) (b)The negotiated procedure without prior publication may be used for public works contracts, public supply contracts and public service contracts in any of the following cases: (ii) competition is absent for technical reasons. The Supplier contracted with, can meet every exact radioactive, sensitive and configuration needs stated within our requirements.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/008295-2022 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 28 Mar 2022 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 22 Mar 2022 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £251,004 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION |
| Locality | OXFORD |
| Post town | Oxford |
| Postcode | OX11 0QX |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC |
| Local authority | Vale of White Horse |
| Electoral ward | Blewbury & Harwell |
| Westminster constituency | Didcot and Wantage |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | MIRION TECHNOLOGIES (CANBERRA |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38431000 - Detection apparatus

## Release History

- 28 Mar 2022 at 13:14 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/008295-2022

## Notice URLs

- https://ukri.delta-esourcing.com/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=678789967
- https://www.ukri.org/

## Provenance

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