Award

Solar Simulator

LIGHTRICITY LIMITED

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Award

18 Oct 2021 at 13:45

Award Notice
TenderAmendment

15 Jul 2021 at 17:49

Tender Notice
Tender

15 Jul 2021 at 17:46

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Solar Simulator" tender, initiated by LIGHTRICITY LIMITED, is currently in the award stage after closing on 30 July 2021. This contract is classified under the goods category, specifically relating to research, testing, and scientific technical simulators. The procurement method employed is an open procedure, and the total contract value is £47,255 GBP. The contract is set to commence on 23 August 2021 and will end on 30 November 2021, with delivery stipulated for addresses within the Oxford area, specifically postal code OX4 4GB.

This opportunity presents a significant avenue for business growth, particularly for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) specialising in scientific equipment manufacturing or related technologies. Companies that can meet the specified high standards for spectral accuracy, uniformity, and temporal stability, as well as provide robust customer support, will be well-positioned to compete in this tender. The focus on value for money, warranty period, and customer support criteria highlights the importance of quality and reliability in this contract, making it an attractive prospect for businesses in the scientific and engineering sectors.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Solar Simulator

Notice Description

Lightricity is looking for a close-match solar simulator that provides a compact, bench top unit complete with IV measurement. The solar simulator will be used for benchmarking and quality control. Required specifications (AAA or better) Spectral: Class AM0 / AM1.5 spectrum Method of measurement: Demonstrate spectral match with calibrated spectroradiometer (range 300nm to 1800nm); A or better Uniformity +-2% over target diameter nominal 60mm (standard IEC 904-9); A or better Method of measurement: Scan as per accepted standard Temporal stability: <=+-1%; A or better Method of measurement: Demonstrate stability by acquiring IV curves and showing Isc reproducibility of <=+-1%. Specimen holder: > 5 cm x 5 cm; Should include test probes (<0.5mm diameter) and temperature controller (-20 degC- 100degC) The supplier will be selected based on value for money (70% weighting), warranty period (15% weighting) and customer support (15% weighting). Apply by email via the email address in the About the Buyer section of this notice.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-1a7f72a7-16f1-4fc3-b215-933511d6fbb1
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/32ddb7e7-443a-4d52-ac7f-9fd8686ba6f5
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

38970000 - Research, testing and scientific technical simulator

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£47,255 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£47,255 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Oct 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
30 Jul 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 Sep 20214 years ago
Contract Period
19 Sep 2021 - 13 Dec 2021 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LIGHTRICITY LIMITED
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
OXFORD
Postcode
OX4 4GB
Post Town
Oxford
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Oxford
Electoral Ward
Littlemore
Westminster Constituency
Oxford East

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

TS SPACE SYSTEMS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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