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title: "DLSPIN2004 - X-ray Mirror Mechanical Systems"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-04b6d5"
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current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "DIAMOND LIGHT SOURCE LTD"
published: "2024-11-15"
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# DLSPIN2004 - X-ray Mirror Mechanical Systems

Buyer: DIAMOND LIGHT SOURCE LTD  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-04b6d5

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## Summary

Diamond Light Source Ltd, based at the Harwell Science and Innovation Campus in Didcot, UK, is planning a procurement process for "DLSPIN2004 - X-ray Mirror Mechanical Systems," categorised under X-ray devices (CPV 33111000). This procurement, currently in the planning stage, is for the design, supply of materials, manufacture, assembly, testing, and delivery of one or more x-ray mirror mechanical systems, excluding the mirror optics. The expected communication regarding this tender is set for 30 September 2025.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in the production of high-precision mechanical and vacuum systems, assembly, and testing of scientific equipment. Companies with expertise in manufacturing components for ultra-high vacuum environments and motion mechanics will be particularly well-suited for this bid. Engaging in this contract can lead to potential long-term collaboration with a prestigious scientific research organisation, Diamond Light Source Ltd, and provide exposure to advanced research facilities, fostering business growth and development in specialized manufacturing sectors.

## Notice

The scope is for the design, supply of materials, manufacture, assembly, test, and delivery of one or more x-ray mirror mechanical systems for Diamond Light Source. The systems may include mirror mounts, cooling components (for some systems), ultra-high vacuum vessel housing the optic(s), and motion mechanics. The mirror optics will not be part of the requirement.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The scope is for the design, supply of materials, manufacture, assembly, test, and delivery of one or more x-ray mirror mechanical systems for Diamond Light Source. The systems may include mirror mounts, cooling components (for some systems), ultra-high vacuum vessel housing the optic(s), and motion mechanics. The mirror optics will not be part of the requirement.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/037015-2024 |
| Notice type | Planning 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 | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 15 Nov 2024 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 29 Sep 2025 |
| 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 | Planned |
| Lots status | Planned |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DIAMOND LIGHT SOURCE LTD |
| Locality | DIDCOT |
| Post town | Oxford |
| Postcode | OX11 0DE |
| 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 | TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

### Codes

- 33111000 - X-ray devices

## Release History

- 15 Nov 2024 at 13:12 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/037015-2024

## Notice URLs

- https://www.diamond.ac.uk

## Provenance

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