---
title: "Purchase of Ultra Precision Diamond Turning Lathe System"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-04018a"
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current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "AWE PLC"
published: "2023-09-18"
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# Purchase of Ultra Precision Diamond Turning Lathe System

Buyer: AWE PLC  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-04018a

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## Summary

The AWE PLC has initiated a tender process for the Purchase of an Ultra Precision Diamond Turning Lathe System. This procurement falls under the CPV classification for Lathes, boring and milling machine tools. The contract period is set to start on January 15, 2024, and end on January 15, 2026, located at AWE, Aldermaston, Reading, RG7 4PR. The procurement method is selective with a tender period ending on October 18, 2023, and security clearance deadline on February 1, 2024.

This tender for the Ultra Precision Diamond Turning Lathe System by AWE PLC presents an opportunity for businesses in the machinery industry. Companies providing precision engineering services and manufacturing of machine tools are well-suited to compete. The contract terms include evaluation of supplier security and milestone-based payments for successful completion of installation and commissioning.

## Notice

AWE has a requirement for a replacement Ultra Precision Diamond Turning Lathe capability within our facilities. This procurement is part of an obsolescence programme that aims to purchase a replacement diamond turning lathe system to replace AWE's ageing Precitech Nano 250 unit used to make highly accurate components used in various physics experiments. The principal requirements are to: Delivery, installation, and commission of a single new Ultra Precision Diamond Turning Lathe to be carried out at AWE, Aldermaston, Reading, RG7 4PR. Provide training as part of the commission of the new instrument. Supplier capability to provide a support package for at least 5 years for maintenance and repairs support. Quantity or scope: Estimated Range excluding VAT: between 500,000 and 600,000 Currency: GBP

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027466-2023 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Restricted |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 18 Sep 2023 |
| Submission deadline | 18 Oct 2023 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 15 Jan 2024 - 15 Jan 2026 |
| 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 | Active |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | AWE PLC |
| Locality | READING |
| Post town | Reading |
| Postcode | RG7 4PR |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLJ16 Berkshire West |
| Local authority | West Berkshire |
| Electoral ward | Aldermaston |
| Westminster constituency | Reading West and Mid Berkshire |
| Delivery location | TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 42 - Industrial machinery

### Codes

- 42620000 - Lathes, boring and milling machine tools
- 42621000 - Lathes

## Release History

- 18 Sep 2023 at 10:18 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/027466-2023

## Notice URLs

- https://www.awe.co.uk/
- https://www.judiciary.uk/you-and-the-judiciary/going-to-court/high-court/

## Provenance

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