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PURCH2998 Provision of a Continuous Wave CO2 Laser System

University of Glasgow

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18 Aug 2026 at 01:00

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Summary of the contracting process

The University of Glasgow is buying a continuous-wave carbon dioxide (CO2) laser system for its Institute for Gravitational Research. The system must support the development of next-generation, room-temperature fused-silica mirror suspension technology for third-generation gravitational-wave observatories. This work is intended to help extend the range of gravitational astronomy. The purchase is for goods, specifically specialised laser equipment, classified under CPV 38636110. Delivery and use will be in Glasgow. The requirement covers one laser system, with the technical specification and further requirements set out in the invitation to tender and associated procurement documents. The University of Glasgow is the buying organisation.

The procurement reached tender: the University invited offers through an open procedure, with electronic submission required in English. The tender deadline and bid opening were set for 8 September 2026 at 12:00 UTC, with award activity scheduled to start at that time. The contract period is 360 days. The supplier must hold product liability insurance of at least £1 million per claim or series of claims, public liability insurance of at least £5 million, and employers’ liability insurance of at least £5 million. Bidders must provide three years of accounts showing annual turnover of at least £124,000. Only compliant bids are permitted; variants are not allowed. Electronic payment and ordering will be used, with electronic invoicing allowed.

This opportunity suits specialist laser manufacturers, scientific equipment suppliers and systems integrators able to provide and support a high-power continuous-wave CO2 laser for advanced research. Suppliers should be capable of meeting a demanding technical specification and delivering equipment suitable for gravitational-wave observatory development, with the engineering, testing and technical support expertise to serve a university research environment. The requirement is suited to established businesses with sufficient financial resilience, relevant product liability cover and the operational capacity to fulfil a roughly year-long supply contract. Bidders should also be prepared to demonstrate meaningful community benefits, such as employment, training, workforce development, supply-chain opportunities for smaller firms, or educational engagement with schools, colleges and universities.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

PURCH2998 Provision of a Continuous Wave CO2 Laser System

Notice Description

PURCH2998 Provision of a Continuous Wave CO2 Laser System Tender documents available from Public Contracts Scotland. Tender returns should be submitted via Public Contracts Scotland, no paper copies will be accepted. Should paper tenders be submitted, they will be rejected. Further to this any questions or communications regarding individual tender exercises must be sent via the Public Contracts Scotland Portal. Tender queries received through any other channel will not be answered. Should users of Public Contracts Scotland have any problems with the web site they should contact website Support Desk, contact details can be found by following the 'Contact Us' option on the left hand menu at http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/default.aspx

Lot Information

Lot 1

PURCH2998 Provision of a Continuous Wave CO2 Laser System The Institute for Gravitational Research requires a continuous wave CO2 laser system with a minimum average output power of 400 W for the development of next generation room temperature fused silica mirror suspension technology for 3rd generation gravitational-wave observatory infrastructures. These astronomical instruments will extend the range of gravitational astronomy by at least an order of magnitude. Please refer to the PURCH2998 - Invitation to Tender Goods or Services document for additional information and specification.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000840446
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG562545
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

38636110 - Industrial lasers

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Aug 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
8 Sep 20262 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
University of Glasgow
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
GLASGOW
Postcode
G12 8QQ
Postcode Area
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
Hillhead
Westminster Constituency
Glasgow North

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG562545
    PURCH2998 Provision of a Continuous Wave CO2 Laser System - PURCH2998 Provision of a Continuous Wave CO2 Laser System Tender documents available from Public Contracts Scotland. Tender returns should be submitted via Public Contracts Scotland, no paper copies will be accepted. Should paper tenders be submitted, they will be rejected. Further to this any questions or communications regarding individual tender exercises must be sent via the Public Contracts Scotland Portal. Tender queries received through any other channel will not be answered. Should users of Public Contracts Scotland have any problems with the web site they should contact website Support Desk, contact details can be found by following the 'Contact Us' option on the left hand menu at http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/default.aspx

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