Tender

Supply and Installation of a Microwave/Millimetre Source to the University of Birmingham

UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM

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07 Sep 2020 at 08:40

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Birmingham is currently inviting tenders for the supply and installation of a Microwave/Millimetre source, with a budget of up to £70,000, excluding VAT. This procurement falls within the industry category of microwave equipment and is at the active tender stage, with the deadline for submission set for 28th September 2020. The contract is anticipated to commence on 19th October 2020 and conclude by 30th November 2020. Tenders can be submitted through an open procurement method labelled as "Open procedure (below threshold)".

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the electronics and scientific equipment sectors, particularly those specialising in microwave technology and related systems. Companies that offer innovative solutions with the required specifications, including multi-channel capabilities and robust user interfaces, will find this tender suitable. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as this process is designed to create a competitive environment for diverse suppliers capable of meeting the demands of academic institutions.

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Notice Title

Supply and Installation of a Microwave/Millimetre Source to the University of Birmingham

Notice Description

The University of Birmingham invites tenders for supply of a Microwave/millimetre source. We need a Microwave/millimetre source with frequency outputs from DC up to 60 GHz and with an offset frequency of 10 kHz or lower and a measurement bandwidth of 1 Hz. We expect the frequency switching to be as low as possible, preferably less than 1 ms. The output spectral purity should have the single sideband (SSB) phase noise better than -120 dBc/Hz; wideband noise better than -150dBc at most frequency ranges; harmonics better than -30dBc and non-harmonic better than -65dBc. The output power should reach 15 dBm at most frequency ranges. Analog signal generators should be able to add amplitude, frequency, phase and pulse modulation. In terms of pulse modulation, the rise/fall time needs to be within 10 nS; on/off ratio better than 80 dB and minimum pulse width better than 20 nS. Multi-channel is a highly desirable feature. Each channel doesn't have to cover the entire spectral range, but the sum up of all the channels should do. It is expected to have a friendly user interface. Proper training course and assembly services are necessary. Overall budget for this item is up to ?70,000 excluding VAT This project may be funded by the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) or; - European Structural and Investment Fund (ESIF) or; - Research Councils UK (RCUK), the strategic partnership of the UK's seven Research Councils.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8c890d1f-a5f7-4bf8-9b9a-0bdb543317ae
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting


CPV Codes

31711422 - Microwave equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Sep 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
28 Sep 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
19 Oct 2020 - 30 Nov 2020 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EDGBASTON
Postcode
B15 2TT
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
TLG West Midlands (England)

Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Edgbaston
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Edgbaston

Further Information

Notice Documents

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