Award

Tunable Laser System

NOTTINGHAM TRENT UNIVERSITY (NTU)

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Award

04 Nov 2025 at 14:16

Tender

23 Jul 2025 at 13:36

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the acquisition of a Tunable Laser System by Nottingham Trent University (NTU) has successfully concluded with the award of the contract. The contract, initiated with an open procurement method, was aimed at procuring a system capable of producing continuous waved (CW) lasers across a range of wavelengths from 400 nm to 4 micrometres, with computer control and a minimum power output of 1W per wavelength. This procurement process, classified under the goods category, was completed on 4 November 2025. The awarded supplier for this project, Radiant Light S.L., based in Spain, will deliver the system to Nottingham. The contract spans from 30 October 2025 to 29 March 2027, reflecting a gross value of £187,050.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses within the laser technology and optical engineering sectors capable of supplying high-specification, computer-controlled laser systems. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in advanced photonics and laser systems would find this project highly suitable, offering a chance to demonstrate technical innovation and service delivery capabilities. The emphasis on meeting Nottingham Trent University's strategic commitments, including sustainability, along with technical, service delivery, and commercial criteria, makes it an attractive opportunity for businesses that can align their offerings with these priorities.

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Notice Title

Tunable Laser System

Notice Description

The purchase of a tunable laser system that provides continuous waved (CW) lasers for every single wavelength from 400 nm to 4 micrometres. It must be computer-controlled and the user should be able to choose the wavelength. The power of any wavelength must not be less than 1W.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0564ae
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/070874-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

38636100 - Lasers

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£160,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£160,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£155,875 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
15 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
7 Oct 20254 months ago
Contract Period
30 Oct 2025 - 29 Mar 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NOTTINGHAM TRENT UNIVERSITY (NTU)
Contact Name
Sarah Turton
Contact Email
sarah.turton@ntu.ac.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1158486439

Buyer Location

Locality
NOTTINGHAM
Postcode
NG1 4FQ
Post Town
Nottingham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF14 Nottingham
Delivery Location
TLF14 Nottingham

Local Authority
Nottingham
Electoral Ward
St. Ann's
Westminster Constituency
Nottingham East

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

RADIANT LIGHT

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