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Continuous wave UV laser suitable for PEEM/LEEM

Diamond Light Source Ltd

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11 Aug 2021 at 14:23

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02 Jun 2021 at 17:03

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21 May 2021 at 14:59

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Summary of the contracting process

The Diamond Light Source Ltd is procuring a continuous wave UV laser suitable for PEEM/LEEM to support advanced laser experiments at its facility located at the Harwell Science and Innovation Campus in Didcot, UK. This tender is classified under the optical instruments category and is currently in the award stage, with key updates available regarding its contract with Oxide Corporation. The total value of the contract is approximately £349,807, which was signed on 4th August 2021, following a competitive open procurement process. The tender period for bid submissions ended on 21st June 2021, and the bid opening took place shortly thereafter.

This procurement presents significant opportunities for businesses in the scientific and optical instrument industries, particularly those specialising in laser technologies and related equipment. Companies that can provide high-intensity, continuous wave UV lasers with excellent performance specifications, alongside support services such as training and maintenance, will find themselves well-positioned to compete. The focus on quality criteria, including technical capabilities and experience, suggests that businesses demonstrating innovation and reliable support will be favoured in future tenders with similar requirements.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Continuous wave UV laser suitable for PEEM/LEEM

Notice Description

The scope is for a continuous wave UV laser system suitable for conducting cutting edge laser-PEEM/LEEM experiments. The laser system will be installed in the laser cabin associated with the I06 Beamline which already contains 2 ultrafast Ti:sapp lasers. Scope of the contract will include manufacture, delivery and installation.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The purpose of this laser system is to generate photo electrons to be used in PEEM and LEEM experiments. To achieve the best signal to noise possible the laser needs to be high intensity, continuous wave. UV laser with excellent spatial mode, narrow linewidth, and long-term stability. Ideally turnkey operation will be possible and minimum maintenance required. All routing optics and auxiliary equipment such as laptops and chillers must be included. Footprint and layout must be included. All software required for full operation of the laser system must be supplied and training given on every aspect of operation and maintenance. Please also supply options for extended warranty/service contract/service visits and the lifetime of key components, such as crystals, including replacement protocols.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-02b3bf
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019474-2021
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

38600000 - Optical instruments

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£349,807 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Aug 20215 years ago
Submission Deadline
21 Jun 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
4 Aug 20215 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Diamond Light Source Ltd
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
DIDCOT
Postcode
OX11 0DE
Postcode Area
Oxford
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC
Delivery Location
TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC
Local Authority
Vale of White Horse
Electoral Ward
Blewbury & Harwell
Westminster Constituency
Didcot and Wantage

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Oxide Corporation

Further Information

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