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title: "Title Supply of Sheets and Plates in Stainless Steel EN 1.4429 (X2CrNiMoN17-13-3), AISI 316LN for Ultra High Vacuum applications"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-050d53"
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current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "CERN"
published: "2025-05-06"
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# Title Supply of Sheets and Plates in Stainless Steel EN 1.4429 (X2CrNiMoN17-13-3), AISI 316LN for Ultra High Vacuum applications

Buyer: CERN  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-050d53

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## Summary

The procurement process is initiated by CERN, based in Geneva, United Kingdom, focusing on the supply of sheets and plates in stainless steel Grade AISI 316LN for ultra-high vacuum applications. This falls under the industry category of steel products and is associated with a future tender stage, currently in the planning phase as per the latest update on 6th May 2025. The procurement involves supplying goods, specifically 80 tons, and is valued at CHF 5,000,000. A future notice date is set for 31st August 2025, with the location for delivery specified as the UK. This tender is governed by European Union legislative standards, promoting general public services.

This procurement presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in manufacturing and supplying high-quality stainless steel products. Companies with expertise in handling complex procurement deliverables like inspection and test planning, non-destructive testing, and certification according to EN 10204 standards will find this tender appealing. Such businesses can leverage this opportunity to expand their presence in the European and international markets by partnering with a prestigious international organisation like CERN. Moreover, the requirement for shipping and potential storage services provides additional avenues for logistics and supply chain companies to explore growth opportunities through this procurement process.

## Notice

This technical description concerns the supply 80 tons of sheets and plates in stainless steel EN 1.4429 (X2CrNiMoN17-13-3), AISI 316LN for Ultra-High Vacuum applications.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Description of the Procurement: The Supply shall include the following technical deliverables and activities: Manufacturing; * Inspection and Test Plan (ITP); * Non Destructive Testing (NDT); * Certificates 3.1 according to EN 10204; * Marking; * Storage of the supply if requested; * Packing; * Shipping to CERN, if so requested Additional information: Please note that even after the 'official' stated deadline on the market survey has passed, the contract remains open until the Invitation to Tender is issued. A Market Survey is merely an expression of interest and does not in any way constitute a commitment to bid. If you are interested in this contract, we encourage you to submit the Pre-Qualification Questionnaire and you are welcome to later

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019174-2025 |
| 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 | 6 May 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 30 Aug 2025 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £5,000,000 |
| 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 | CERN |
| Locality | GENEVA |
| Post town | Not specified |
| Postcode | N/A |
| 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 | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 14 - Mining, basic metals and related products
- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 14622000 - Steel
- 45000000 - Construction work

## Release History

- 6 May 2025 at 14:54 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019174-2025

## Notice URLs

- https://www.ukri.org/councils/stfc/

## Provenance

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