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TENDER FOR THE SUPPLY AND INSTALLATION of a Vector Network Analyser System covering frequencies up to 1.1 THz

UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM

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Summary of the contracting process

The University of Birmingham is seeking tenders for the supply and installation of a Vector Network Analyser System capable of operating at frequencies up to 1.1 THz. This procurement falls within the laboratory, optical and precision equipment sector, with an estimated contract value ranging from £900,000 to £1,100,000. The tender period closes on 14 August 2017, and the contract is expected to commence on 14 October 2017, running until 14 November 2022. The location for delivery addresses includes the United Kingdom and other regions such as Europe and British Overseas Territories.

This tender offers significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in precision measuring instruments and laboratory equipment. Companies that produce or supply technology related to microwave devices or vector network analysers would be particularly well-suited to participate. Additionally, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) have the potential to compete effectively given the nature of this procurement, which encourages innovative solutions in the specified high-frequency measurement capabilities.

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Notice Title

TENDER FOR THE SUPPLY AND INSTALLATION of a Vector Network Analyser System covering frequencies up to 1.1 THz

Notice Description

The University of Birmingham invites tenders for the supply of the following equipment: THz Vector Network Analyser System The system shall be capable of measuring, to a high degree of accuracy, the full two-port scattering parameters, (both magnitude and phase) of microwave devices in the frequency range 10 MHz to 1.1 THz. The system shall include a base vector network analyser system covering 10 MHz to a suitable upper frequency (Band 1). The base VNA shall be usable on its own via a coaxial interface to cover Band 1, and usable in conjunction with a series of frequency converter units covering the waveguide bands from 140 GHz to 1.1 THz. Any gap in coverage between the top end of Band 1 and the lower frequency limit of the waveguide band converters should be kept to a minimum. The frequency converter units, supplied in pairs to permit full two-port measurements, shall extend the frequency range over which full two-port measurements can be performed, to the following specific bands, and the measurement ports shall use the rectangular waveguide standards listed for each band: o Band 2. 140 - 220 GHz, WR-5.1 o Band 3. 220 - 330 GHz, WR-3.4 o Band 4. 325 - 500GHz, WR-2.2 o Band 5. 500 - 750GHz, WR-1.5 o Band 6. 750 -1100 GHz, WR-1.0 The frequency converter heads shall meet the following requirements: o Self-contained thermal management - no additional measures are needed to cool them. o Individually characterised by the manufacturer in terms of conversion efficiency and output power. A precision calibration kit shall be provided for each of the bands 1 to 6 The interface between the base VNA and the frequency converter units will be either built in to the base VNA or provided by a separate test set controller module, and shall provide the following: o Power to drive the frequency converters. o Sufficient length in the interface cables to allow at least 10 metres separation between two test ports, for antenna and propagation measurements. o Capability to set up the base VNA to measure devices up to 1.1 THz, controlling up to four converter heads simultaneously. o Switchable between VNA test ports and converter mode. The mm-wave modules and cables do not have to be removed to use the standard VNA from test ports for use in Band 1. o Capability for the VNA to operate as a spectrum analyser in all bands up to 1.1 THz. o Capability for different converter heads to be used on test port 1 and test port 2, or for one port to use the base VNA frequency while the other uses one of the frequency converters, to enable measurements to be performed on test devices with built in frequency conversion. The base VNA shall meet the following requirements: o A user friendly user interface o Sufficient storage capacity for calibration data to avoid the need for frequently repeated calibrations by multiple users. o Coverage from 10 MHz to a high upper frequency limit (Band 1), ... Additional information: The University of Birmingham invites tenders for the supply of the following equipment: THz Vector Network Analyser System The system shall be capable of measuring, to a high degree of accuracy, the full two-port scattering parameters, (both magnitude and phase) of microwave devices in the frequency range 10 MHz to 1.1 THz. The system shall include a base vector network analyser system covering 10 MHz to a suitable upper frequency (Band 1). The base VNA shall be usable on its own via a coaxial interface to cover Band 1, and usable in conjunction with a series of frequency converter units covering the waveguide bands from 140 GHz to 1.1 THz. Any gap in coverage between the top end of Band 1 and the lower frequency limit of the waveguide band converters should be kept to a minimum. The frequency converter units, supplied in pairs to permit full two-port measurements, shall extend the frequency range over which full two-port measurements can be performed, to the following specific bands, and the measurement ports shall use the rectangular waveguide standards listed for each band: o Band 2. 140 - 220 GHz, WR-5.1 o Band 3. 220 - 330 GHz, WR-3.4 o Band 4. 325 - 500GHz, WR-2.2 o Band 5. 500 - 750GHz, WR-1.5 o Band 6. 750 -1100 GHz, WR-1.0 The frequency converter heads shall meet the following requirements: o Self-contained thermal management - no additional measures are needed to cool them. o Individually characterised by the manufacturer in terms of conversion efficiency and output power. A precision calibration kit shall be provided for each of the bands 1 to 6 The interface between the base VNA and the frequency converter units will be either built in to the base VNA or provided by a separate test set controller module, and shall provide the following: o Power to drive the frequency converters. o Sufficient length in the interface cables to allow at least 10 metres separation between two test ports, for antenna and propagation measurements. o Capability to set up the base VNA to measure devices up to 1.1 THz, controlling up to four converter heads simultaneously. o Switchable between VNA test ports and converter mode. The mm-wave modules and cables do not have to be removed to use the standard VNA from test ports for use in Band 1. o Capability for the VNA to operate as a spectrum analyser in all bands up to 1.1 THz. o Capability for different converter heads to be used on test port 1 and test port 2, or for one port to use the base VNA frequency while the other uses one of the frequency converters, to enable measurements to be performed on test devices with built in frequency conversion. The base VNA shall meet the following requirements: o A user friendly user interface o Sufficient storage capacity for calibration data to avoid the need for frequently repeated calibrations by multiple users. o Coverage from 10 MHz to a high upper frequency limit (Band 1), to limit the gap in the overall frequency coverage of the system below 140 GHz. o Sufficient output power to drive the converter heads, even when using cables for antenna and propagation measurements over a range of up to 10 m. o System Dynamic range >110dB. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-4826a68e-a9d3-4a4c-b0ae-ea3fb9d8bc89
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/76444dee-224c-4f14-a65a-2d85c85e7559
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

38300000 - Measuring instruments

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,100,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Jul 20178 years ago
Submission Deadline
14 Aug 2017Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
13 Oct 2017 - 14 Nov 2022 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM
Contact Name
ADMINISTRATOR Harrison
Contact Email
p.e.harrison@bham.ac.uk
Contact Phone
0121 414 8541

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
Not specified
Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Edgbaston
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Edgbaston

Further Information

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