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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves Heriot-Watt University, based in Riccarton, Edinburgh, which is seeking to acquire a high power, high energy ultrafast Yb laser system. This tender, titled "Purchase of Ultrafast Yb Laser System", falls under the education category and is at the award stage. The contract was signed on 19 October 2021 and is valued at £204,052. The procurement method used was limited, awarding the contract to Photonic Solutions Ltd without prior publication of a call for competition, based on a specific rationale related to the project's unique requirements.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the scientific equipment sector, particularly those specialising in high-tech laser systems and associated technologies. Companies capable of developing custom solutions, like modifications for research applications, will find this contract particularly well-suited to their capabilities. As the contract's execution involves installation and after-sale support, firms with experience in service delivery alongside product sales will also be well positioned to benefit from similar opportunities in the future.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Purchase of Ultrafast Yb Laser System

Notice Description

This is a voluntary ex ante transparency notice (VEAT). This notice is to indicate that the Heriot-Watt University intends to contract with Photonic Solutions for the provision of a high power, high energy ultrafast Yb laser system consisting of the following requirements: Centre wavelength 1030+/-10 nm Max. output power 80 W at 40 - 2000 kHz Tunable pulse duration <350 fs - 10 ps Max. pulse energy >2 mJ at up to 40 kHz Pulse energy stability <0.5 % rms over 24 h Output pulse polarization contrast >1000:1 Pre-pulse <1:200, post-pulse <1:200 Beam diameter 3.3 mm +/- 0.5 mm @FWHM With simultaneous oscillator output and upgradeability to full CEP stabilisation.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Heriot-Watt University intends to contract with Photonic Solutions for the supply, delivery and installation of a Ultrafast Yb Laser System. The principal purpose of the contract is to acquire goods in connection with research undertaken by the University

Procurement Information

A scoping exercise was conducted by end user within the University's School of Engineering & Physical Sciences with findings drawn that the Ultrafast Yb Laser System from Photonic Solutions meets all of the specification of requirements to enable the research to be

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000669968
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT430950
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition
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
£204,052 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Oct 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 Oct 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
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
RICCARTON, EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH14 4AP
Postcode Area
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

Photonic Solutions Ltd

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT430110
    Purchase of Ultrafast Yb Laser System - This is a voluntary ex ante transparency notice (VEAT). This notice is to indicate that the Heriot-Watt University intends to contract with Photonic Solutions for the provision of a high power, high energy ultrafast Yb laser system consisting of the following requirements: Centre wavelength 1030+/-10 nm Max. output power 80 W at 40 - 2000 kHz Tunable pulse duration <350 fs - 10 ps Max. pulse energy >2 mJ at up to 40 kHz Pulse energy stability <0.5 % rms over 24 h Output pulse polarization contrast >1000:1 Pre-pulse <1:200, post-pulse <1:200 Beam diameter 3.3 mm +/- 0.5 mm @FWHM With simultaneous oscillator output and upgradeability to full CEP stabilisation.
  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=OCT430950
    Purchase of Ultrafast Yb Laser System - This is a voluntary ex ante transparency notice (VEAT). This notice is to indicate that the Heriot-Watt University intends to contract with Photonic Solutions for the provision of a high power, high energy ultrafast Yb laser system consisting of the following requirements: Centre wavelength 1030+/-10 nm Max. output power 80 W at 40 - 2000 kHz Tunable pulse duration <350 fs - 10 ps Max. pulse energy >2 mJ at up to 40 kHz Pulse energy stability <0.5 % rms over 24 h Output pulse polarization contrast >1000:1 Pre-pulse <1:200, post-pulse <1:200 Beam diameter 3.3 mm +/- 0.5 mm @FWHM With simultaneous oscillator output and upgradeability to full CEP stabilisation.

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