--- title: "Provision of an High Precision Ultrafast Short-Pulse Laser System - Prior Information Notice" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-05e207b2-7408-4b99-bdb8-1b64289470ed" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-05e207b2-7408-4b99-bdb8-1b64289470ed" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-05e207b2-7408-4b99-bdb8-1b64289470ed.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-05e207b2-7408-4b99-bdb8-1b64289470ed.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHAMPTON" published: "2017-10-06" --- # Provision of an High Precision Ultrafast Short-Pulse Laser System - Prior Information Notice Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHAMPTON Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-05e207b2-7408-4b99-bdb8-1b64289470ed [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-05e207b2-7408-4b99-bdb8-1b64289470ed) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-05e207b2-7408-4b99-bdb8-1b64289470ed.json) ## Summary The University of Southampton is seeking proposals for the provision of a high precision ultrafast short-pulse laser system, aiming to complete the procurement through an open tender process. This opportunity falls under the category of goods, specifically focused on lasers. The tender has a closing date for submissions set for 19 October 2017, with contract commencement expected on 14 November 2017, and lasting until 13 November 2018. The requirements specify detailed technical capabilities, including a warranty and a service contract, and the procurement process is being facilitated via the University's tendering portal in Hampshire, United Kingdom. This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses engaged in the manufacturing or supply of advanced laser technology and precision engineering equipment. Firms with demonstrable experience in high precision ultrafast laser systems, particularly SMEs, are well-positioned to bid for this contract. Participation in this tender could enhance a company's visibility and growth potential within the specialised niche of laser machinery, catering to sectors that involve laser machining and processing of materials. ## Notice The University of Southampton has a requirement to procure a high precision ultrafast short-pulse laser system for laser-machining and processing of glasses and transparent materials. All proposals should include a laser system capable of producing pulses within the narrow range of specifications listed below, a full set of measurements and tests of the beam parameters, temporal and pulse-to-pulse power stability plots, an operating manual, 12 month warranty and details of a service contract. Additional information: Potential bidders with the genuine capability, demonstrable experience in provision of High Precision Ultrafast Short-Pulse Laser Systems and the capacity to meet the requirements set out in this PIN should confirm their interest by downloading, completing and uploading the Questionnaire via the University's tendering portal https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofsouthampton. If you are not already registered as a supplier with the In-Tend Portal, you will need to register your company before accessing the PIN stage. Once registered you will need to express and interest in the project, further details will then become available. To submit your interest on the In-Tend portal 1. Log In 2. My Tenders 3. View PIN details. 4. Browse and upload your return (or Zip File) 5. Once response document is uploaded and displayed in the - My Documents for Return - use - Submit My Return. Please note, to preserve the integrity of the procedure, all queries must be made via In-Tend. We look forward to receiving your response. The Closing Time and Date for receipt of submission is 12:00 noon local time on 19 October 2017. Please be aware that the system will automatically reject any late submissions. The responses to this PIN will be used to inform our decision making. There will be no prejudice to any future procurement procedure by participation in this PIN. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bb812961-ddf7-43fc-9aef-ccffcede57b3 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 6 Oct 2017 | | Submission deadline | 19 Oct 2017 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 14 Nov 2017 - 13 Nov 2018 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £164,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHAMPTON | | Locality | HAMPSHIRE | | Post town | Southampton | | Postcode | SO17 1BJ | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight | | ITL 3 | TLJ32 Southampton | | Local authority | Southampton | | Electoral ward | Portswood | | Westminster constituency | Southampton Test | | Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses) ### Codes - 38636100 - Lasers ## Release History - 6 Oct 2017 at 11:24 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bb812961-ddf7-43fc-9aef-ccffcede57b3 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bb812961-ddf7-43fc-9aef-ccffcede57b3 6th October 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofsouthampton/aspx/ Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## Notice URLs - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofsouthampton ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. The canonical page is https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-05e207b2-7408-4b99-bdb8-1b64289470ed. The underlying structured data is available as OCDS JSON at https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-05e207b2-7408-4b99-bdb8-1b64289470ed.json.