Tender

526 - S-Band Laser Source (s)

ASTON UNIVERSITY

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Tender

02 Jul 2020 at 22:19

Summary of the contracting process

Aston University is seeking bids for the procurement of an S-Band Laser Source, vital for their research projects focused on ultra-wideband optical communication systems. The tender is currently in the active stage and was published on 2nd July 2020. The procurement method employed is an open procedure, with an estimated value of £75,000. Interested parties should submit their proposals by the deadline of 23rd July 2020. The delivery location is Birmingham, England (postcode: B4 7ET), and the contract is scheduled to commence on 1st September 2020, lasting until 31st August 2021.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in optical instruments or related sectors to expand their market reach. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to participate, as they may bring innovative solutions for the required optical tuneable lasers. Competitors might include manufacturers of optical technology and research instrument suppliers, who can showcase their capabilities to meet the project's specifications and contribute to advancements in communication systems.

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Notice Title

526 - S-Band Laser Source (s)

Notice Description

Aston wishes to procure an S-Band Laser Source (s). Aston AIPT has a number of research projects that aim to investigate ultra-wideband optical communication systems. This should as a minimum cover the S, C and L operating wavelength ranges, but may optionally extend to the E-band. As part of this requirement, optical tuneable lasers are required, which is the reason for this tender process.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-b8df4aab-4da7-461c-80af-0c08fcad9ccc
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/72a29b7c-cb49-4645-9718-243c1f641825
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

38600000 - Optical instruments

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£75,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Jul 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
23 Jul 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Aug 2020 - 31 Aug 2021 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ASTON UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
Shirley O'Reilly
Contact Email
s.a.oreilly@aston.ac.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1212044395

Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B4 7ET
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
Nechells
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

Further Information

Notice Documents

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