Tender

Infrared Lenses

UNIVERSITY OF EXETER

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Tender

26 Nov 2025 at 17:03

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Exeter is inviting tenders for the procurement of Infrared Lenses, classified under the industry category of optical instruments. The procurement process is currently in the tender stage, with a submission deadline set for the 5th of December, 2025. Located in Exeter, South West England, this open procurement procedure offers a contract valued at £14,560, with a contract duration of 360 days. Tenders are to be submitted electronically or in written form, in English, with no allowance for variants. Bids will be opened on the 5th of December, 2025, marking the beginning of the award period.

This tender represents a fruitful opportunity for businesses specialising in optical and fibre-optic apparatus to expand their clientele and showcase their expertise in the education sector. Suitable for companies well-versed in supplying high-precision optical components, this contract prioritises cost as the primary award criterion. The University of Exeter, a body governed by public law, presents a reliable and prestigious client for businesses looking to enhance their portfolio within the public sector. Engaging in this procurement could strengthen a company's market position and establish a foothold in educational and public law institutions.

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Notice Title

Infrared Lenses

Notice Description

The University of Exeter would like to procure Infrared Lenses

Lot Information

Lot 1

The University of Exeter would like to procure Infrared Lenses

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05e9a8
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/077433-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

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
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

38600000 - Optical instruments

38621000 - Fibre-optic apparatus

38630000 - Astronomical and optical instruments

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£14,560 Under £100K
Lots Value
£14,560 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Nov 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
5 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF EXETER
Contact Name
Charlotte Osmond
Contact Email
procurement-operations@exeter.ac.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1392725433

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
TLK4 Devon

Local Authority
Exeter
Electoral Ward
Duryard and St James
Westminster Constituency
Exeter

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