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2358/JN - Superconducting Nanowire Single Photon Detectors

UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

13 Jan 2020 at 13:53

Tender

21 Oct 2019 at 14:28

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Sheffield is initiating a public procurement process for the acquisition of a superconducting nanowire single photon detector (SNSPD) system, aimed at advancing photon correlation and time-resolved fluorescence measurement capabilities. This tender, classified under the industry category of laboratory, optical, and precision equipment, was published on 21st October 2019, with the tender period concluding on 20th November 2019. The contract, valued at £100,000, is scheduled to commence on 13th January 2020 and will last until 14th January 2020. The procurement method is classified as an open procedure suitable for small and medium enterprises (SMEs).

This procurement presents significant opportunities for businesses in the field of optical and laboratory equipment, particularly those that specialise in high-tech detectors and measurement systems. Companies capable of providing cutting-edge technology that meets the specifications outlined by the University of Sheffield, especially those familiar with the requirements of the engineering and physical sciences sector, will find this an advantageous tender to pursue. SMEs looking to expand their market presence in this niche area are encouraged to engage.

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Notice Title

2358/JN - Superconducting Nanowire Single Photon Detectors

Notice Description

The University of Sheffield's Department of Physics and Astronomy, with funding from the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC), requires a superconducting nanowire single photon detector (SNSPD) system for photon correlation and time-resolved measurements of fluorescence from semiconductor quantum dots (QDs). The system is required to operate in the wavelength range 1300nm to 1600nm. This is a Non-EU open exercise. The ITT can be downloaded by registering and expressing your interest on the University's e-tendering system https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sheffield If you have any questions or comments in relation to this tender they must be submitted via the In-tend system, this can be accessed at https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sheffield Completed tenders must be returned through the same e-tendering system.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-c07b11c5-168b-42f0-84d0-5cf813620289
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e9e4f951-e7c7-4b07-84f8-80c73b572219
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

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

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£100,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£123,400 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Jan 20206 years ago
Submission Deadline
20 Nov 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
3 Dec 20196 years ago
Contract Period
13 Jan 2020 - 14 Jan 2020 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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

SINGLE QUANTUM

Further Information

Notice Documents

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