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Laser and Fibre Opto-Mechanical Components

Heriot-Watt University

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

21 Oct 2025 at 16:20

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Tender

10 Mar 2025 at 09:21

Tender Notice
TenderUpdate

10 Mar 2025 at 09:20

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Heriot-Watt University, located in Riccarton, Edinburgh, has successfully completed the procurement process for a framework agreement providing laser and fibre opto-mechanical components, specifically targeting its School of Engineering and Physical Sciences. The procurement falls under the 'goods' category, focusing on laboratory, optical, and precision equipment. The open procedure process ensured a transparent competition, culminating in an award on 21st October 2025, valued at £250,000. Even though one lot was cancelled, an active contract was signed with suppliers including Photonic Solutions Ltd, Newport Spectra-Physics Ltd., and Thorlabs. The initiative was not only limited to domestic bidders, as foreign suppliers also participated, reflecting the global nature of the tender.

This tender provides substantial opportunities for businesses specializing in optical and laboratory equipment, enhancing their presence in educational and research sectors. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) stood a strong chance of success, demonstrated by the participation and award to two SMEs among the selected suppliers. Companies with the capability to meet high technical quality criteria, while also offering competitive costs, were well-poised to compete. The framework agreement structure additionally presents potential for extended collaboration with the university, subject to performance, which could be a strategic opportunity for businesses seeking long-term partnerships in the UK’s higher education and research markets.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Laser and Fibre Opto-Mechanical Components

Notice Description

The University is seeking to establish a Framework Agreement for the provision of Laser and Fibre Opto-Mechanical Components to its School of Engineering and Physical Sciences located on its Edinburgh Campus.

Lot Information

Lot 1

This is an award notification for the University to establish a Framework Agreement for the provision of Laser and Fibre Opto-Mechanical Components to its School of Engineering and Physical Sciences located on its Edinburgh Campus.

Renewal: The University reserves the right to extend the Agreement for one further 12 month period, subject to satisfactory performance and continuation of the University's requirements

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04de1d
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/067228-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award 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

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

CPV Codes

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

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£250,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Oct 202511 months ago
Submission Deadline
14 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
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
Heriot-Watt University
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
RICCARTON, EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH14 4AP
Postcode Area
Edinburgh
Country
Scotland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM1 East Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM13 City of Edinburgh
Delivery Location
TLM75 City of Edinburgh
Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
Pentland Hills
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh South West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
3
Supplier Names

Photonic Solutions Ltd

Newport Spectra-Physics Ltd

Thorlabs Ltd

Further Information

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