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Optical Reference System

DURHAM UNIVERSITY

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16 Oct 2018 at 10:29

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the Optical Reference System was conducted by Durham University, a prominent educational institution located in Durham, England. The tender, initiated on October 12, 2018, has a total value of £141,850 and was completed with an award granted to Menlo Systems GMBH on September 14, 2018. This open procurement method was launched on August 1, 2018, and falls under the category of optical instruments, specifically designed to enhance research in quantum technology through a strontium laser cooling apparatus.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the optical instruments sector, particularly those specialising in innovative technologies related to scientific equipment and research. Businesses that are well-suited to compete for such contracts are typically mid- to large-scale suppliers with experience in delivering sophisticated technology solutions, especially within academic and research environments. The successful supplier, Menlo Systems GMBH, exemplifies the types of firms that can engage with higher education institutions for collaborative research and development projects.

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Notice Title

Optical Reference System

Notice Description

The required Optical Reference System is to work alongside an existing strontium laser cooling apparatus located within the physics department. It will be used to deliver research in the area of quantum enhanced lattice clocks.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-3f4bad47-ee99-4882-a380-b26a8d081921
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2d21babb-01bd-4659-adae-ade4460c4597
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

38600000 - Optical instruments

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£141,850 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£141,850 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Oct 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
1 Aug 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
13 Sep 20187 years ago
Contract Period
11 Oct 2018 - 31 Mar 2020 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DURHAM UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
DURHAM
Postcode
DH1 3LE
Post Town
Durham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC41 Durham
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England)

Local Authority
County Durham
Electoral Ward
Durham South
Westminster Constituency
City of Durham

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

MENLO SYSTEMS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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