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Supply and Installation of Dipole Laser at 1064 NM to the University of Birmingham

THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM

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05 Nov 2020 at 10:55

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10 Aug 2020 at 07:03

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Summary of the contracting process

The University of Birmingham has recently completed a public procurement process for the supply and installation of three dipole lasers, aimed at enhancing the capabilities of their Quantum Technology Innovation Hub. This procurement falls under the goods category, specifically within the lasers industry, and was conducted through an open procedure. Initially published on 10th August 2020, the tender had a deadline for submissions on 21st August 2020, with the associated contract period running from 25th September to 31st December 2020. The awarded contract, valued at up to £78,000 excluding VAT, is currently active, having been awarded on 6th October 2020.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in advanced laser technology and related systems. Companies proficient in the design, manufacture, and integration of high-performance laser equipment, particularly those that are SMEs, would find this tender well-suited to their capabilities. As the University of Birmingham seeks to enhance its research infrastructure, suppliers that can offer innovative solutions and reliable support will be in a strong position to compete and potentially expand their business through this project.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Supply and Installation of Dipole Laser at 1064 NM to the University of Birmingham

Notice Description

Supply and Installation of Dipole Laser at 1064 NM to the University of Birmingham The Quantum Technology Innovation Hub (QTIH) at the University of Birmingham is part of the Quantum Hub for Sensors and Metrology. We are looking for 3 dipole lasers for creating the optical dipole trap of strontium. * Target operation wavelength of 1 mm to 1.5 mm. All specifications will be referenced at the wavelength unless otherwise specified. * Fiber laser will operate in continuous wave (cw) mode. Laser should be a fully automatic system ready to operate with a push of button or mouse click and enabling 24/7 operation which should be noise free without affecting any nearby device. * Output power greater than or equal to 15 watts. * Spectral width less than 20 kHz. * Noise of 0.02% RMS or better between 100 Hz and 10 MHz. * Long term power stability of +-2% or better. * TEM00 output with an M2 of 1.1 or better (closer to 1). * Output polarization either horizontal or vertical with an extinction ratio of 50:1 or better. * Physical dimensions of the laser head could be approximately 50cm x 45 cm x 15cm (l x w x h). * The laser should have full computer software support. * Computer control should have an easy integration with labview and python based programming languages. Overall budget for this item is up to PS78,000 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.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-75209beb-1d81-45a8-9a78-0f562d0d0d74
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/26b9bd63-0cb5-45a2-bfff-b78cf7a0afd2
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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£78,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Nov 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
21 Aug 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
5 Oct 20205 years ago
Contract Period
11 Oct 2020 - 20 Nov 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
THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PHOTONIC SOLUTIONS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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