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Femtosecond Pulsed Laser

UNIVERSITY OF EXETER

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30 Sep 2019 at 12:01

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Summary of the contracting process

The University of Exeter has completed the procurement process for a femtosecond pulsed laser, designated for the direct laser writing into glass, primarily aimed at creating optical components like waveguides and phase plates. This open procedure was initiated on 14th August 2019, with a contract period spanning until 23rd September 2021. The procurement, classified under "Lasers" in the goods category, had a notable contract value of £166,850 and was awarded to Photonic Solutions Ltd on 24th September 2019, following a tender period that concluded on 13th August 2019. The procurement process took place in the South West region of England, specifically in Exeter.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in advanced laser technologies and optical engineering, particularly those capable of developing or supplying high-stability femtosecond pulse lasers. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in precision optics and materials science would be particularly well-suited to compete in such tenders, given the increasing demand for innovative optical solutions in various industries. Engaging with the University of Exeter could potentially lead to further collaboration and business growth in this specialised market.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Femtosecond Pulsed Laser

Notice Description

A femtosecond pulse laser to use primarily for direct laser writing into glass. We will use this laser to modify the refractive index of glass to create optical components such as waveguides, phase plates and artificial scatterers. This application demands a high level of laser stability and low noise, to ensure the process is highly repeatable. We also require a high degree of tunability so that we may optimise laser parameters to produce the required modifications in a range of different materials.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-f4c4fbdf-0ae8-49dc-874c-39dbc43ec21c
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/290c4c6f-f790-4f3a-ae7f-6d16b69a629c
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
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

38636100 - Lasers

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£166,850 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Sep 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
13 Aug 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Sep 20196 years ago
Contract Period
23 Sep 2019 - 23 Sep 2021 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 EXETER
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EXETER
Postcode
EX4 4QH
Post Town
Exeter
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK4 Devon
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK43 Devon CC
Delivery Location
TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Exeter
Electoral Ward
Duryard and St James
Westminster Constituency
Exeter

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PHOTONIC SOLUTIONS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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