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Procurement of 2 Single Photon Detectors

UNIVERSITY OF BRISTOL

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Award

21 Mar 2024 at 18:38

Award Notice
Tender

30 Jan 2024 at 18:23

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The University of Bristol has awarded a contract for the procurement of 2 single photon detectors in the field of Electrotechnical equipment. The tender process was completed with a contract value of £32,614.70. The contract period is from 5th March 2024 to 30th November 2026. This opportunity was suitable for SMEs and VCSEs. The procurement method used was an open procedure, and the equipment will be delivered to the South West region of the United Kingdom.

This tender by the University of Bristol presents a business growth opportunity for companies involved in the development of quantum technologies, particularly in Quantum Key Distribution, Quantum Computing, Quantum Networking, and Quantum Imaging. Businesses in the electrotechnical equipment sector, detection apparatus, and engineering-related scientific and technical services are well-suited to compete for this tender. The focus on ease of use and robustness of the equipment indicates an interest in innovative and reliable suppliers to support quantum technology development.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Procurement of 2 Single Photon Detectors

Notice Description

The Quantum Technologies Innovation Centre (QTIC) at the University of Bristol provides SMEs, students, researchers and industry with facilities and equipment to support innovation in Quantum and related technologies. Most of our members are developing silicon chips, including integrated photonics systems. We maintain a pool of equipment which is available for users to rent on a flexible basis. We focus on providing equipment that is likely to be in demand by current and future members. The equipment required is 2 single photon detectors to support the development of quantum technologies including Quantum Key Distribution, Quantum Computing, Quantum Networking and Quantum Imaging. The equipment will be used by a variety of users, so ease of use and robustness are important.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-9af87970-fa4f-4a53-9379-edda99966e17
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ae7f6799-7eab-46b1-82a8-bf89b023baf3
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, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

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

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

31730000 - Electrotechnical equipment

38431000 - Detection apparatus

71350000 - Engineering-related scientific and technical services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£32,614 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£32,614 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Mar 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
22 Feb 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
5 Mar 20241 years ago
Contract Period
5 Mar 2024 - 30 Nov 2026 2-3 years
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 BRISTOL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BRISTOL
Postcode
BS1 5DS
Post Town
Bristol
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK5 West of England
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK51 Bristol, City of
Delivery Location
TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Bristol, City of
Electoral Ward
Central
Westminster Constituency
Bristol Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ID QUANTIQUE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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