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Vitara-S Laser System (Inc parts)

UNIVERSITY OF EXETER

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04 Mar 2026 at 14:37

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Exeter has concluded the procurement process for a "Vitara-S Laser System (Inc parts)" through the tendering stage, culminating in a contract award. The procurement falls under the laboratory, optical, and precision equipment industry category, aiming to enhance research capabilities on their Exeter campus in the United Kingdom. The contract, awarded to Coherent Europe B.V., commenced on 1st November 2025 and is set to conclude on 31st March 2026, with a total contract value of £90,995.68. The procurement method was identified as "Below threshold - unknown," reflecting the specifics of public authority sub-central government procurement practices, with the legal basis traceable to UK legislation.

This tender represents significant growth prospects, especially for businesses specialising in laboratory and precision equipment. Enterprises that supply high-quality optical and technical products are well-positioned to vie for similar contracts within the educational and research sectors. By engaging in such procurements, companies can forge lasting relationships and diversify their market presence within the UK, notably with prestigious institutions like the University of Exeter. Suppliers with a focus on innovative and adaptable solutions, alongside the ability to meet specific technical requirements, are particularly suited to these opportunities.

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Notice Title

Vitara-S Laser System (Inc parts)

Notice Description

1 x Vitara-S Laser System 1 x Seed collimation telescope: 1.33x: 4.75"H 1.00 1 x Assy. Flexible Periscope: standard 1" optics; 735-875nm: 2.5" to 7.5" height adjustable 2 x TURNING MIRROR AND DUST CAN ASSEMBLY: BEAM HEIGHT4.75" 1 x Filter: Bandpass: 25mmDia: 800nm: 12.5nm FWHM: Mounted: Fused Silica: BBAR on Side 2

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-066234
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019527-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - unknown
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
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
£90,995 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Oct 20254 months ago
Contract Period
1 Nov 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF EXETER
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EXETER
Postcode
EX4 4QJ
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
Not specified

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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

COHERENT EUROPE

Further Information

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