Scope
Description
HRPD-x (High-Resolution Neutron Powder Diffraction) project is an upgrade to the existing HRPD facility in Daresbury Laboratory. This upgrade will include a new non-magnetic sample tank, a new complement of detectors and a new building to house the larger and more capable instrument. The HRPD-x vacuum vessel is a central component of the instrument, and it consists of two main components: a large rectangular section and circular front end.
Total value (estimated)
- £220,000 excluding VAT
- £264,000 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Contract dates (estimated)
- 13 October 2025 to 13 April 2026
- 6 months, 1 day
Main procurement category
Goods
CPV classifications
- 38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)
Contract locations
- UKJ14 - Oxfordshire
Participation
Particular suitability
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
- Voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
Submission
Enquiry deadline
22 August 2025, 2:00pm
Tender submission deadline
10 September 2025, 2:00pm
Submission address and any special instructions
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Tenders may be submitted electronically
Yes
Languages that may be used for submission
English
Award decision date (estimated)
8 October 2025
Award criteria
| Name | Type | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Technical/Quality | Quality | 70.00% |
| Price | Price | 30.00% |
Other information
Conflicts assessment prepared/revised
Yes
Procedure
Procedure type
Open procedure
Contracting authority
UK Research & Innovation (UKRI)
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PDQJ-7126-JDHG
Polaris House
Swindon, Wiltshire
SN2 1FL
United Kingdom
Contact name: STFC Procurement
Telephone: +44 1793442000
Email: stfcprocurement@ukri.org
Website: https://www.ukri.org/
Region: UKK14 - Swindon
Organisation type: Public authority - central government