--- title: "Supply and Installation of a Microwave/Millimetre Source to the University of Birmingham" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-23cfad28-8122-42e8-9918-0686017fc67f" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-23cfad28-8122-42e8-9918-0686017fc67f" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-23cfad28-8122-42e8-9918-0686017fc67f.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-23cfad28-8122-42e8-9918-0686017fc67f.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM" published: "2020-09-07" --- # Supply and Installation of a Microwave/Millimetre Source to the University of Birmingham Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-23cfad28-8122-42e8-9918-0686017fc67f [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-23cfad28-8122-42e8-9918-0686017fc67f) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-23cfad28-8122-42e8-9918-0686017fc67f.json) ## Summary The University of Birmingham is currently inviting tenders for the supply and installation of a Microwave/Millimetre source, with a budget of up to £70,000, excluding VAT. This procurement falls within the industry category of microwave equipment and is at the active tender stage, with the deadline for submission set for 28th September 2020. The contract is anticipated to commence on 19th October 2020 and conclude by 30th November 2020. Tenders can be submitted through an open procurement method labelled as "Open procedure (below threshold)". This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the electronics and scientific equipment sectors, particularly those specialising in microwave technology and related systems. Companies that offer innovative solutions with the required specifications, including multi-channel capabilities and robust user interfaces, will find this tender suitable. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as this process is designed to create a competitive environment for diverse suppliers capable of meeting the demands of academic institutions. ## Notice The University of Birmingham invites tenders for supply of a Microwave/millimetre source. We need a Microwave/millimetre source with frequency outputs from DC up to 60 GHz and with an offset frequency of 10 kHz or lower and a measurement bandwidth of 1 Hz. We expect the frequency switching to be as low as possible, preferably less than 1 ms. The output spectral purity should have the single sideband (SSB) phase noise better than -120 dBc/Hz; wideband noise better than -150dBc at most frequency ranges; harmonics better than -30dBc and non-harmonic better than -65dBc. The output power should reach 15 dBm at most frequency ranges. Analog signal generators should be able to add amplitude, frequency, phase and pulse modulation. In terms of pulse modulation, the rise/fall time needs to be within 10 nS; on/off ratio better than 80 dB and minimum pulse width better than 20 nS. Multi-channel is a highly desirable feature. Each channel doesn't have to cover the entire spectral range, but the sum up of all the channels should do. It is expected to have a friendly user interface. Proper training course and assembly services are necessary. Overall budget for this item is up to ?70,000 excluding VAT This project may be funded by the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) or; - European Structural and Investment Fund (ESIF) or; - Research Councils UK (RCUK), the strategic partnership of the UK's seven Research Councils. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8c890d1f-a5f7-4bf8-9b9a-0bdb543317ae | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 7 Sep 2020 | | Submission deadline | 28 Sep 2020 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 19 Oct 2020 - 30 Nov 2020 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | 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 BIRMINGHAM | | Locality | EDGBASTON | | Post town | Birmingham | | Postcode | B15 2TT | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) | | ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands | | ITL 3 | TLG31 Birmingham | | Local authority | Birmingham | | Electoral ward | Edgbaston | | Westminster constituency | Birmingham Edgbaston | | Delivery location | TLG West Midlands (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting ### Codes - 31711422 - Microwave equipment ## Release History - 7 Sep 2020 at 08:40 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8c890d1f-a5f7-4bf8-9b9a-0bdb543317ae ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8c890d1f-a5f7-4bf8-9b9a-0bdb543317ae 7th September 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofbirmingham/aspx/ Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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