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title: "Continuous Wave UV Laser Suitable for PEEM/LEEM"
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# Continuous Wave UV Laser Suitable for PEEM/LEEM

Buyer: DIAMOND LIGHT SOURCE LTD  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-03f9f773-1335-4111-8da8-7131cecb3d6b

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## Summary

Diamond Light Source Ltd is seeking suppliers for the procurement of a Continuous Wave UV Laser suitable for PEEM/LEEM applications. This tender falls under the optical instruments category and is located in Didcot, England. The procurement process is currently at the Award stage, with the contract being valued at £349,807. The initial tender period ended on June 21, 2021, and has moved to the contract period commencing on July 27, 2021, and concluding on January 21, 2022. The procurement method utilised is an open procedure above threshold, allowing various suppliers to participate.

This procurement presents significant business opportunities for companies specialising in high-intensity laser systems and optical instruments. Suppliers that can offer turnkey solutions, including all necessary optics and auxiliary equipment, are particularly well-suited to compete. With the inclusion of options for extended services and support, businesses keen on providing comprehensive operational solutions would be advantageous contenders. Engaging in such contracts can foster long-term partnerships with research institutions, thereby facilitating growth within the scientific instrumentation sector.

## Notice

The purpose of this laser system is to generate photo electrons to be used in PEEM and LEEM experiments. To achieve the best signal to noise possible the laser needs to be a high intensity, continuous wave. UV laser with excellent spatial mode, narrow linewidth, and long-term stability. Ideally turnkey operation will be possible and minimum maintenance required. All routing optics and auxiliary equipment such as laptops and chillers must be included. Footprint and layout must be included. All software required for full operation of the laser system must be supplied and training given on every aspect of operation and maintenance. Please also supply options for extended warranty/service contract/service visits and the lifetime of key components, such as crystals, including replacement protocols.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/49ad8e40-20b5-4a56-92cd-cfe35beb9444 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 19 Oct 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 21 Jun 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 26 Jul 2021 |
| Contract period | 26 Jul 2021 - 21 Jan 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £349,807 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DIAMOND LIGHT SOURCE LTD |
| Locality | DIDCOT |
| Post town | Oxford |
| Postcode | OX11 0DE |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC |
| Local authority | Vale of White Horse |
| Electoral ward | Blewbury & Harwell |
| Westminster constituency | Didcot and Wantage |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | OXIDE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38600000 - Optical instruments

## Release History

- 19 Oct 2021 at 15:16 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/49ad8e40-20b5-4a56-92cd-cfe35beb9444

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/49ad8e40-20b5-4a56-92cd-cfe35beb9444
  19th October 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011341-2021

## Notice URLs

- https://tenders.diamond.ac.uk

## Provenance

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