Tender

533 - Tuneable Mid Infrared Laser

ASTON UNIVERSITY

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Tender

27 Jul 2020 at 11:06

Summary of the contracting process

Aston University is initiating a public procurement process for a tuneable mid-infrared laser, classified under specialist optical instruments (CPV code: 38636000). The tender, which has a total value of £76,000, is currently active and will remain open until 17 August 2020. The contract is expected to commence on 1 October 2020 and conclude on 30 September 2021. Interested parties can access the tender documents via the e-tendering portal ProContract, where registration is free of charge. The procurement is being conducted through an open procedure, allowing a wide range of suppliers to participate.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in optical instruments or laser technology, particularly those classified as SMEs, to expand their operations and client base. Firms capable of supplying high-precision equipment suitable for research and development in food and chemical sensing will find this tender particularly relevant. Companies looking to enter or grow within the academic sector, especially those with innovative laser solutions, would be well-positioned to compete for this contract with Aston University.

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Notice Title

533 - Tuneable Mid Infrared Laser

Notice Description

Aston University is looking to procure a mid infrared tuneable laser for the use in sensing of substances in food and chemicals. Additional information: Access to the tender documents can be obtained by using the link to our e-tendering portal ProContract. Registration and access to the documents is free of charge. Tender submissions must be made via the portal. The specification can be found under Section 9 of the ITT.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-c10346b2-809d-4375-895a-61efb96755ca
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/195c290e-6d6e-4d2a-bf4c-c0f6cbe63ae3
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

38636000 - Specialist optical instruments

38636100 - Lasers

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£76,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Jul 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
17 Aug 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Sep 2020 - 30 Sep 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
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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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