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title: "527 - Wavelength Selective Switches"
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# 527 - Wavelength Selective Switches

Buyer: ASTON UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-0cff7fd9-8561-4b2f-99e4-3d076c538d23

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## Summary

Aston University is currently conducting a procurement process titled "527 - Wavelength Selective Switches," aimed at acquiring laboratory and optical equipment for its research initiatives focused on ultra-wideband optical communication systems. This tender is classified under the goods category and responds to needs across the S, C, and L wavelength ranges. The tender period is set to conclude on 24th July 2020, and the expected contract duration spans from 1st September 2020 to 31st August 2021. The procurement is being carried out using an open procedure, with a total estimated contract value of £134,500, and a minimum contract value of £60,000, with delivery options available in the UK and various international locations.

This tender presents significant opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in the supply of precision optical equipment and related goods. Companies that engage in research and development or manufacture laboratory-grade optical devices would find this procurement particularly relevant. The active nature of this tender suggests that interested businesses should prepare their proposals promptly to meet the impending deadline while ensuring compliance with the specifications outlined by Aston University.

## Notice

Aston AIPT has a number of research projects that aim to investigate ultra-wideband optical communication systems. This should as a minimum cover the S, C and L operating wavelength ranges. As part of this requirement, Wavelength Selective Switches are required, which is the reason for this tender process.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/705c5738-ab4c-4f03-93cf-fb6f0f626409 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 3 Jul 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 24 Jul 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Aug 2020 - 31 Aug 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £134,500 |
| 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 | ASTON UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | BIRMINGHAM |
| Post town | Birmingham |
| Postcode | B4 7ET |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG31 Birmingham |
| Local authority | Birmingham |
| Electoral ward | Nechells |
| Westminster constituency | Birmingham Ladywood |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

## Release History

- 3 Jul 2020 at 17:38 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/705c5738-ab4c-4f03-93cf-fb6f0f626409

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/705c5738-ab4c-4f03-93cf-fb6f0f626409
  3rd July 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://procontract.due-north.com/Register
  E-tendering portal to access to documents

## Notice URLs

- http://www.aston.ac.uk

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