Planning

Large area ion beam deposition system for optical coatings

UNIVERSITY OF STRATHCLYDE

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Planning

02 Apr 2020 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Strathclyde is initiating a procurement process for a large area ion beam deposition system aimed at enhancing optical coatings for laser and optical sensing applications. This procurement, classified under the education sector, is currently in the planning stage, with an anticipated approval for the Invitation to Tender (ITT) to be published in July 2020. Interested parties should note that the deadline for expressing interest is not specified but should align with the upcoming ITT. The project is based in Glasgow, UK, with an expected delivery timeline of nine months from order date.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses engaged in manufacturing and supplying advanced deposition systems, particularly those specializing in optical technologies or thin film coatings. Companies with expertise in the production and automation of precision engineering solutions are ideally suited for this contract. With the potential for a substantial funding decision to be made shortly, this is an opportune moment for relevant suppliers to position themselves for participation in the procurement process.

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Notice Title

Large area ion beam deposition system for optical coatings

Notice Description

The Contracting Authority seeks notes of interest for a potential procurement exercise for the below requirement. The provision of a large area vacuum deposition system, based on ion beam deposition, for the fabrication of thin film optical coatings for laser and optical sensing applications. The system will require: - Two access doors, one for maintenance and one for loading of substrates. - Two independent ion sources should be utilised, one for sputtering and the other for pre-cleaning of substrates and ion-assisted depositions. - Both ion sources will require appropriate neutralisers. - Rotational target holder for a minimum of 3 targets; each target mount includes appropriate shielding to prevent contamination between targets. - Film thickness will be monitored by a crystal oscillator and the option of optical monitoring must be possible (initially or as a subsequent retrofittable upgrade). - System will be capable of coating 6 x 7" planets, or a single substrate of diameter up to 620mm and weight up to 200 kg. - Minimum deposition rate 2A/s in each planet, and uniformity <= 0.6% between two adjacent planets. - System must be automated for the production of multilayer coatings appropriate for the manufacture of narrow-band optical filters and highly-reflective laser mirrors. - Delivery from order date expected to be 9 months or less. Potential tenderers who believe can they can fulfil the above requirement are asked to note their interest in order to be involved in the potential pre-tender engagement.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Potential tenderers are asked to review the high level requirement provided on this PIN and note their interest against the notice. Progression of a tender exercise is contingent upon securing funding, a decision on which has yet to be reached. However, if secured, it is anticipated that an ITT will be published in July, with an expected award date of September 2020.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000619305
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR384730
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F1 - Prior Information Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

42 - Industrial machinery


CPV Codes

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

38636100 - Lasers

38636110 - Industrial lasers

42610000 - Machine tools operated by laser and machining centres

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Apr 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
6 Jul 2020Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF STRATHCLYDE
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
david.waddell@strath.ac.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1415484281

Buyer Location

Locality
GLASGOW
Postcode
G1 1QE
Post Town
Glasgow
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM3 West Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM32 Glasgow City
Delivery Location
TLM82 Glasgow City

Local Authority
Glasgow City
Electoral Ward
Anderston/City/Yorkhill
Westminster Constituency
Glasgow North East

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=APR384730
    Large area ion beam deposition system for optical coatings - The Contracting Authority seeks notes of interest for a potential procurement exercise for the below requirement. The provision of a large area vacuum deposition system, based on ion beam deposition, for the fabrication of thin film optical coatings for laser and optical sensing applications. The system will require: - Two access doors, one for maintenance and one for loading of substrates. - Two independent ion sources should be utilised, one for sputtering and the other for pre-cleaning of substrates and ion-assisted depositions. - Both ion sources will require appropriate neutralisers. - Rotational target holder for a minimum of 3 targets; each target mount includes appropriate shielding to prevent contamination between targets. - Film thickness will be monitored by a crystal oscillator and the option of optical monitoring must be possible (initially or as a subsequent retrofittable upgrade). - System will be capable of coating 6 x 7" planets, or a single substrate of diameter up to 620mm and weight up to 200 kg. - Minimum deposition rate 2A/s in each planet, and uniformity <= 0.6% between two adjacent planets. - System must be automated for the production of multilayer coatings appropriate for the manufacture of narrow-band optical filters and highly-reflective laser mirrors. - Delivery from order date expected to be 9 months or less. Potential tenderers who believe can they can fulfil the above requirement are asked to note their interest in order to be involved in the potential pre-tender engagement.

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