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title: "Supply and Installation of a Hydroen Maser to the University of Birmingham"
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# Supply and Installation of a Hydroen Maser to the University of Birmingham

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-418170ca-ebc2-41b5-b052-91dbf9e4e44c

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## Summary

The University of Birmingham is seeking tenders for the supply and installation of a hydrogen maser, aimed at supporting their quantum technology transfer centre. This tender, classified under "Electronic timekeeping systems" and "Microwave equipment," has a budget of up to £255,000, including VAT. The tender period will close on 19 October 2020, and the contract is expected to commence on 14 December 2020, lasting until 30 April 2021. The procurement follows an open procedure that allows suppliers to participate in the bidding process.

This opportunity is particularly well-suited for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in quantum technology or electronic timekeeping systems. Businesses that can meet the technical specifications outlined in the tender, including stability, output requirements, and warranty provisions, should consider participating. Success in this contract could facilitate a foothold in the expanding field of quantum technologies, potentially leading to further opportunities and collaborations with academic institutions and research councils funded by European and UK entities.

## Notice

The quantum technology transfer centre at the University of Birmingham, as part of the quantum hub for metrology and sensors, is inviting tenders for a hydrogen maser (e.g. active version), with the following specifications: o At least one 10MHz output o At least one pulse per second (PPS) output o All outputs to be 50 Ohm impedance o Integrated battery power supply able to power the unit for greater than 12 hours in the event of mains power failure o Stability of

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8b210f43-9d51-4836-ae15-13ea94d4e962 |
| 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 | 18 Sep 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 19 Oct 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 14 Dec 2020 - 30 Apr 2021 |
| 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

- 31711300 - Electronic timekeeping systems
- 31711422 - Microwave equipment

## Release History

- 18 Sep 2020 at 09:33 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8b210f43-9d51-4836-ae15-13ea94d4e962

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8b210f43-9d51-4836-ae15-13ea94d4e962
  18th September 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofbirmingham/aspx/
  Additional information on how to apply for this contract

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