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Light conversion PHAROS industrial femtosecond laser system, 15W, 400uJ model, PH1 version, Includes integrated pulse picker, power supply and chiller

THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM

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22 Apr 2026 at 14:21

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by The University of Birmingham involves the purchase of a Light conversion PHAROS industrial femtosecond laser system, featuring 15W, 400µJ model, PH1 version, inclusive of an integrated pulse picker, power supply, and chiller. The university, classified as a sub-central government public authority and located at Edgbaston, Birmingham, is overseeing this process which has reached the awarding stage as of 22nd April 2026. The contract was signed with Photonic Solutions Limited, a supplier based in Currie, United Kingdom, on 15th March 2025, with the delivery period extending from 16th March 2025 to 20th May 2025. This procurement, categorised under 'goods', follows a direct method, below the threshold and without competition. The total contract value is £82,308, with a net amount of £68,590.

This tender presents growth opportunities for businesses specialising in laser technologies and associated scientific equipment, particularly those able to supply cutting-edge femtosecond laser systems. Photonic Solutions Limited, a small to medium-sized enterprise, secured the award, reflecting the suitability of SMEs in participating in such procurement processes. Businesses may find similar opportunities beneficial, especially those with innovative solutions or expertise in high-precision goods within the scientific or research fields. The procurement strategy, using a direct method, suggests niche providers with specialised offerings may be well-positioned for similar future tenders by organisations like The University of Birmingham.

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Notice Title

Light conversion PHAROS industrial femtosecond laser system, 15W, 400uJ model, PH1 version, Includes integrated pulse picker, power supply and chiller

Notice Description

Light conversion PHAROS industrial femtosecond laser system, 15W, 400uJ model, PH1 version, Includes integrated pulse picker, power supply and chiller, as per SSA Process.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0688ca
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036707-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without 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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£68,590 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Apr 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
15 Mar 20251 years ago
Contract Period
16 Mar 2025 - 20 May 2025 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
THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B15 2TT
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Edgbaston
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Edgbaston

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PHOTONIC SOLUTIONS

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