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UV Laser for Interferometric Lithography

UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD

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Award

07 May 2020 at 09:35

Award Notice
Tender

05 Mar 2020 at 11:23

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for a UV Laser for Interferometric Lithography is being conducted by the University of Sheffield, based in Sheffield, England. This tender, classified under the goods category with the CPV code for lasers, has an estimated value of £150,000. The procurement method employed is an open procedure, which is below threshold. The tender period has concluded, ending on 25 March 2020, while the contract period is set to commence on 1 May 2020 and last until 30 June 2020.

This opportunity presents significant potential for businesses in the optics and laser manufacturing sectors, particularly those that are small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Companies that specialise in precision engineering, photonics, and nanotechnology would be well-positioned to compete, leveraging their expertise to meet the sophisticated needs outlined in the tender specifications. Engaging in this tender not only opens avenues for direct sales but also strengthens relationships within the academic and research community.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

UV Laser for Interferometric Lithography

Notice Description

An ultra-violet (UV) laser is required for nanolithography. In particular, the laser will be used to conduct interferometric lithography. Our equipment utilises a Lloyd's mirror interferometer, in which half of the laser beam is directed onto a sample, and the other half is directed onto a mirror from where it is reflected onto the sample to interfere with the first half of the beam Additional information: All tender documents, tender related enquiries & any returns must be conducted through the In-tend site via the link provided above.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-58ea2258-21b2-4a55-b93b-dc2ec2947d8a
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/22e43d9d-602a-4325-a542-faaff2591c59
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

38636100 - Lasers

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£150,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£76,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 May 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
25 Mar 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Apr 20205 years ago
Contract Period
30 Apr 2020 - 30 Jun 2020 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
UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD
Contact Name
David Middle
Contact Email
dave.middle@sheffield.ac.uk
Contact Phone
0114 2221560

Buyer Location

Locality
SHEFFIELD
Postcode
S10 2TN
Post Town
Sheffield
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE3 South Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE32 Sheffield
Delivery Location
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Local Authority
Sheffield
Electoral Ward
Broomhill and Sharrow Vale
Westminster Constituency
Sheffield Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PHOTONIC SOLUTIONS

Further Information

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