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title: "Solar Simulator"
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# Solar Simulator

Buyer: LIGHTRICITY LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-1a7f72a7-16f1-4fc3-b215-933511d6fbb1

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## Summary

The procurement process for the "Solar Simulator" tender, initiated by LIGHTRICITY LIMITED, is currently in the award stage after closing on 30 July 2021. This contract is classified under the goods category, specifically relating to research, testing, and scientific technical simulators. The procurement method employed is an open procedure, and the total contract value is £47,255 GBP. The contract is set to commence on 23 August 2021 and will end on 30 November 2021, with delivery stipulated for addresses within the Oxford area, specifically postal code OX4 4GB.

This opportunity presents a significant avenue for business growth, particularly for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) specialising in scientific equipment manufacturing or related technologies. Companies that can meet the specified high standards for spectral accuracy, uniformity, and temporal stability, as well as provide robust customer support, will be well-positioned to compete in this tender. The focus on value for money, warranty period, and customer support criteria highlights the importance of quality and reliability in this contract, making it an attractive prospect for businesses in the scientific and engineering sectors.

## Notice

Lightricity is looking for a close-match solar simulator that provides a compact, bench top unit complete with IV measurement. The solar simulator will be used for benchmarking and quality control. Required specifications (AAA or better) Spectral: Class AM0 / AM1.5 spectrum Method of measurement: Demonstrate spectral match with calibrated spectroradiometer (range 300nm to 1800nm); A or better Uniformity +-2% over target diameter nominal 60mm (standard IEC 904-9); A or better Method of measurement: Scan as per accepted standard Temporal stability:

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/32ddb7e7-443a-4d52-ac7f-9fd8686ba6f5 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 18 Oct 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 30 Jul 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 19 Sep 2021 |
| Contract period | 19 Sep 2021 - 13 Dec 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £47,255 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £47,255 |
| 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 | LIGHTRICITY LIMITED |
| Locality | OXFORD |
| Post town | Oxford |
| Postcode | OX4 4GB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC |
| Local authority | Oxford |
| Electoral ward | Littlemore |
| Westminster constituency | Oxford East |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | TS SPACE SYSTEMS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38970000 - Research, testing and scientific technical simulator

## Release History

- 18 Oct 2021 at 13:45 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/32ddb7e7-443a-4d52-ac7f-9fd8686ba6f5
- 15 Jul 2021 at 17:49 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b0e35b60-acd3-4ada-b7aa-bf65b402a63c
- 15 Jul 2021 at 17:46 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b0e35b60-acd3-4ada-b7aa-bf65b402a63c

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/32ddb7e7-443a-4d52-ac7f-9fd8686ba6f5
  18th October 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b0e35b60-acd3-4ada-b7aa-bf65b402a63c
  15th July 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.lightricity.co.uk

## Provenance

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