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title: "UKRI-2200 UK Geoenergy Observatory Cheshire Surface Fibre Optic Kit"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0341f7"
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published: "2022-05-31"
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# UKRI-2200 UK Geoenergy Observatory Cheshire Surface Fibre Optic Kit

Buyer: UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0341f7

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## Summary

The UK Research & Innovation, located in Swindon, has completed a procurement process for the title "UKRI-2200 UK Geoenergy Observatory Cheshire Surface Fibre Optic Kit". This contract falls under the goods category, specifically focusing on fibre-optic apparatus, and was awarded on May 30, 2022. The procurement was conducted through a limited method, involving a negotiated procedure without prior publication, due to the technical requirements necessitating compatibility with existing equipment. The total contract value is approximately £258,879.95.

This contract presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in fibre-optic technology and related equipment. Companies capable of providing compatible solutions that meet specific technical demands would be well-positioned to compete for similar future contracts. Additionally, suppliers experienced in the energy or research sectors could leverage their expertise to provide innovative solutions that support the UK's geoenergy initiatives.

## Notice

This is a Contract Award for the provision of fibre optic interrogator boxes and associated equipment on the surface. These instruments are for monitoring seismic and ground temperature profiles with depth and will be used at the UK Geoenergy Observatories field sites in Cheshire. The instruments are attached to downhole fibre optic cables, which will be installed on the outside of the boreholes (and are non-retrievable) at the Cheshire site.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

This is a Contract Award for the provision of surface fibre optic kit for the UK Geoenergy Observatories (UKGEOS) project. The Contract was awarded following a negotiated procedure without prior publication, in accordance with Regulation 32(2)(b)(ii) of the Public Contract Regulations.

### Procurement Information

Competition is absent for technical reasons. The equipment must be compatible with existing equipment. A change of supplier would cause technical difficulties in completing installation, and disproportionate technical risk that would be costly and impractical to resolve.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/015185-2022 |
| 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 | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 31 May 2022 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 29 May 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 | £258,879 |

## 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 | Not specified |
| Postcode | SN12 1FL |
| Country | Not specified |
| ITL 1 | Not specified |
| ITL 2 | Not specified |
| ITL 3 | Not specified |
| Local authority | Not specified |
| Electoral ward | Not specified |
| Westminster constituency | Not specified |
| Delivery location | TLF14 Nottingham |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | SILIXA |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38621000 - Fibre-optic apparatus

## Release History

- 31 May 2022 at 11:05 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/015185-2022

## Notice URLs

- http://www.ukri.org
- https://ukri.delta-esourcing.com/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=694628749

## Provenance

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