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Contract for the Supply and Installation of an Optical Spectrum Analyser to the University of Birmingham

THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM

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09 Dec 2020 at 09:34

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Summary of the contracting process

The University of Birmingham has completed a tender process for the supply and installation of an Optical Spectrum Analyser, aimed at enhancing its ultra-stable frequency transfer projects using quantum clocks. The contract, valued at £113,000, falls under the "Laboratory, optical and precision equipment" industry category. The procurement used an open procedure and was initiated on 2nd December 2020, with the award notice published on 9th December 2020. The contract is set to run until 12th March 2021, with delivery expected at the specified address in Birmingham (postcode B15 2TT).

This tender presents a significant opportunity for specialist suppliers in the fields of laboratory and optical equipment, particularly those with expertise in developing high-accuracy instruments suitable for advanced scientific research. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that can meet the detailed specifications outlined in the tender will find a competitive avenue to expand their business with academic institutions and potentially secure repeat contracts in the research sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Contract for the Supply and Installation of an Optical Spectrum Analyser to the University of Birmingham

Notice Description

The University of Birmingham invites Quotation for supply of an optical spectrum analyser. Our application is in the domain of ultra-stable frequency transfer using quantum clocks, via fibres and at 1542nm. We are interested in both amplitude and phase information. As such we need not have large tuning range for the laser used in the instrument, a range from 1540-1572 nm is of interest. It should come with a built-in laser source. The resolution of the product should be equal to or better than 100MHz (0.8pm), 5MHz (0.04pm). The dynamic range should be better than 83dB for most of the frequency ranges. The close-in dynamic range should be better than 40dB @ +/- 0.1pm, better than 60dB @ +/- 0.4pm and better than 80dB @ +/- 6pm. The sweep speed should be faster than 30nm/s. The wavelength span range should cover 80pm to 82nm. General characteristics An optical spectrum analyser that has high accuracy as well as a fast sweep speed. Specification 1) The wavelength range should cover from 1540-1572 nm. 2) It should come with a built-in laser source. 3) The resolution of the product should be equal to or better than 100MHz (0.8pm), 5MHz (0.04pm). 4) The dynamic range should be better than 83dB for most of the frequency ranges. 5) The close-in dynamic range should be better than 40dB @ +/- 0.1pm, better than 60dB @ +/- 0.4pm and 80dB @ +/- 6pm. 6) The sweep speed should be faster than 30nm/s. 7) The wavelength span range should cover 80pm to 82nm. 8) Multi-channels and rectangular resolution filters are highly desirable features. 9) Internal absolute wavelength calibrator is also desired. 10) One-year warranty is expected.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-b99c497e-c967-4443-ac78-d7d544c46afb
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0f9b33c9-8114-4a65-9414-28035d73173d
Current Stage
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All Stages
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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

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

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£113,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£113,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Dec 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
12 Oct 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
2 Dec 20205 years ago
Contract Period
2 Dec 2020 - 12 Mar 2021 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 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

LAMBDA PHOTOMETRICS

Further Information

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