This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

02 Aug 2023 at 16:26

Tender

19 Apr 2023 at 14:57

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the supply of lasers and associated equipment is led by APUC LIMITED, the contracting authority based in Stirling, United Kingdom. The tender title is "The Supply of Lasers and Associated Equipment" in the goods category, specifically for the further and higher education sector in Scotland and the UK. The procurement is in the award stage with a total contract value of 333,333.00 GBP, signed on July 19, 2023. The tender method used is an open procedure, and the procurement stage is complete.

This tender offers business growth opportunities for contractors providing laser systems, equipment, maintenance, and servicing. Businesses specialising in lasers, optical equipment, and safety products are well-suited to compete. With a focus on technical quality and price criteria, successful bidders will contribute to various research and industrial applications. The framework agreement allows for up to 15 contractors per lot, providing a broad scope for businesses to engage in delivering comprehensive and innovative solutions within the laser technology field.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

The Supply of Lasers and Associated Equipment

Notice Description

The Authority are seeking Contractor(s) for the provision of Laser Systems plus Associated Equipment, Accessories, Maintenance and Servicing for the further and higher education sector and other public bodies in Scotland and the UK. The Authority are seeking to, through this tendering process, minimise the resource required to complete purchases for laser systems plus associated equipment, accessories, maintenance and servicing. A maximum of up to 15 Contractors will be appointed to each lot on this framework agreement.

Lot Information

Lasers and Coherent Sources

The supply, installation and commissioning of Lasers and Coherent Sources including, but not limited to the following Laser solutions for scientific and industrial research purposes along with custom products: -Femtosecond Lasers -Picosecond Lasers -Nanosecond Pulsed Lasers -Pulsed Lasers -Continuous Wave Diode Pumped Solid State (DPSS) Lasers -Fibre Lasers -Tunable Lasers -Fibre Coupled Laser Sources -Compact Laser Modules -Helium Neon Lasers -Optical Amplifiers -Argon Ion Lasers -Nitrogen Lasers -Nitrogen DPSS & SLM Lasers

Renewal: The Authority reserves the right to extend the Framework Agreement for a period of up to 12 months subject to satisfactory performance and continued Institutions' requirements

Optical Spectrometers and Cameras

The supply, installation and commissioning of Optical Spectrometers and Cameras and associated equipment and components.

Renewal: The Authority reserves the right to extend the Framework Agreement for a period of up to 12 months subject to satisfactory performance and continued Institutions' requirements.

Particle Image Velocimetry (PIV) Laser and LED Systems

The supply, installation and commissioning of Particle Image Velocimetry (PIV) systems utilising both Laser or LED light sources and associated components.

Renewal: The Authority reserves the right to extend the Framework Agreement for a period of up to 12 months subject to satisfactory performance and continued Institutions' requirements

Laser Micromachining Systems

The supply, commissioning and installation of the tools and systems for use in the process of Laser Micromachining plus associated components.

Renewal: The Authority reserves the right to extend the Framework Agreement for a period of up to 12 months subject to satisfactory performance and continued Institutions' requirements.

Laser Safety Products and Protective Equipment

The supply, delivery and where necessary, commissioning of Laser Safety Products and Protective Equipment including, but not limited to the following: -Laser Safety Eyewear -Laser Warning Sign and Labels -Laser Safety Curtains -Beam Blocks -ESD Protection

Renewal: The Authority reserves the right to extend the Framework Agreement for a period of up to 12 months subject to satisfactory performance and continued Institutions' requirements.

Optomechanical Equipment and Accessories

The supply, comissioning and installation of Optomechanical Equipment and Accessories including, but not limited to: Optical Tables and Workstations, Breadboards and Supports, Optomechanical Components and Assemblies plus Optical Metrology Equipment (wave meters)

Renewal: The Authority reserves the right to extend the Framework Agreement for a period of up to 12 months subject to satisfactory performance and continued Institutions' requirements.

Flow Cytometry Lasers and Associated Equipment

The supply, commissioning and installation of Flow Cytometry Lasers and Associated Equipment and Accessories.

Renewal: The Authority reserves the right to extend the Framework Agreement for a period of up to 12 months subject to satisfactory performance and continued Institutions' requirements.

Laser Spare Parts and Associated Accessories

The supply and delivery of laser spare parts and components and associated accessories including, but not limited to associated assemblies, rods and crystals, conversion screens and UV/IR Viewers

Renewal: The Authority reserves the right to extend the Framework Agreement for a period of up to 12 months subject to satisfactory performance and continued Institutions' requirements.

Maintenance, Service and Upgrade of Lasers and Associated Systems

Maintenance, Service and Upgrade of Lasers and Associated Systems including, but not limited to the comprehensive or preventative maintenance of equipment included in this framework agreement which is out with its agreed warranty period including existing equipment located in institutions.

Renewal: The Authority reserves the right to extend the Framework Agreement for a period of up to 12 months subject to satisfactory performance and continued Institutions' requirements.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-03c217
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/022509-2023
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

18 - Clothing, footwear, luggage articles and accessories

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment

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


CPV Codes

18142000 - Safety visors

33735100 - Protective goggles

35113400 - Protective and safety clothing

38433000 - Spectrometers

38434510 - Cytometers

38636100 - Lasers

38636110 - Industrial lasers

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£12,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£333,333 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Aug 20233 years ago
Submission Deadline
26 May 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 Jul 20233 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
48 Months

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
APUC LIMITED
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
STIRLING
Postcode
FK8 2DZ
Postcode Area
Falkirk and Stirling
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM0 Eastern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM02 Perth and Kinross, and Stirling
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Stirling
Electoral Ward
Stirling East
Westminster Constituency
Stirling and Strathallan

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
5
Supplier Names

Amplitude Laser

E&EO UK Ltd

Edmund Optics Ltd

Photonic Solutions

Pro-Lite Technology

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