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Photonic Technologies For Astronomical Instruments

HERIOT-WATT UNIVERSITY

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for "Photonic Technologies For Astronomical Instruments" is led by Heriot-Watt University, located in Riccarton, Edinburgh, operating within the education industry. This open procedure tender focuses on the supply of a custom 5-axis computer-controlled translation stage for integration into a CO2 laser polishing system, essential for developing advanced optical components. The contract was awarded to PI (Physik Instrumente) Ltd on 14 July 2021, with a total value of £53,055. This project represents the completion stage of the procurement process.

This tender presents an opportunity for businesses specialising in advanced engineering, optical technologies, and precision manufacturing to engage with a leading academic institution. Suppliers capable of providing innovative solutions in optical components or those with expertise in bespoke machinery are particularly well-suited to compete for future tenders issued by Heriot-Watt University. With the growing demand for cutting-edge optical applications, businesses operating within or adjacent to the education and scientific research sectors may find significant opportunities for growth through similar contracts.

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Notice Title

Photonic Technologies For Astronomical Instruments

Notice Description

A custom 5-axis computer controlled translation stages for integration into a bespoke CO2 laser polishing system which we will use to develop freeform optical components for cutting edge optical applications.

Lot Information

Lot 1

A custom 5-axis computer controlled translation stages for integration into a bespoke CO2 laser polishing system which we will use to develop freeform optical components for cutting edge optical applications.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000660666
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL421610
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

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
£53,055 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Jul 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
14 Jul 20214 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
HERIOT-WATT UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@hw.ac.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1314514446

Buyer Location

Locality
RICCARTON, EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH14 4AP
Post Town
Edinburgh
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM1 East Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM13 City of Edinburgh
Delivery Location
TLM75 City of Edinburgh

Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
Pentland Hills
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh South West

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PI (PHYSIK INSTRUMENTE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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