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title: "Purchase of IR Detectors for School of Chemistry"
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# Purchase of IR Detectors for School of Chemistry

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF BRISTOL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-1bb753b2-baa3-4b1c-96ce-d5703de45370

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## Summary

The University of Bristol is inviting tenders for the purchase of two high-repetition rate mid-infrared detection systems for ultrafast laser spectroscopy, aimed at enhancing the capabilities of its School of Chemistry. Classified under "Laboratory, optical and precision equipments," this tender is part of the goods procurement category. The procurement follows an open procedure (below threshold) and has reached the tender stage. Interested suppliers must submit their proposals by 10:00 AM on 23rd October 2025. The contract, valued at £220,000, is set to commence on 30th November 2025 and conclude on 30th November 2026. The delivery location is specified as the South West region, United Kingdom.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs) specialising in advanced scientific equipment. Companies with expertise in laboratory and precision instruments stand to gain by participating in this procurement process, helping expand their portfolio and strengthen their presence in the educational sector. The open procedure encourages wide participation, increasing competition and offering equal opportunities for businesses to secure a contract with a prestigious academic institution.

## Notice

Purchase of 2x high-repetition rate mid-infrared detection system for ultrafast laser spectroscopy

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/552aac8c-cd75-49cd-868b-65ac6ffdb40f |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 25 Sep 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 23 Oct 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 30 Nov 2025 - 30 Nov 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £220,000 |
| 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 BRISTOL |
| Locality | BRISTOL |
| Post town | Bristol |
| Postcode | BS6 7EJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK5 West of England |
| ITL 3 | TLK51 Bristol, City of |
| Local authority | Bristol, City of |
| Electoral ward | Redland |
| Westminster constituency | Bristol Central |
| Delivery location | TLK South West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 25 Sep 2025 at 07:03 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/552aac8c-cd75-49cd-868b-65ac6ffdb40f

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/552aac8c-cd75-49cd-868b-65ac6ffdb40f
  25th September 2025 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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