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title: "GB-Harwell: High Power Low Reprate Tunable Spectrum Oscillator"
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# GB-Harwell: High Power Low Reprate Tunable Spectrum Oscillator

Buyer: UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-4ef5a6c3-96b0-494b-8f51-3437ee70783b

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## Summary

The UK Research & Innovation is conducting a procurement process for an ultrafast titanium-sapphire oscillator laser, required for supporting large chirped pulse amplifiers. The title of the tender is "GB-Harwell: High Power Low Reprate Tunable Spectrum Oscillator" and the estimated value is £120,000 excluding VAT. This tender, classified under the industry category of Crystal oscillators, is currently at the Award stage, with the tender period having ended on 14 December 2020. The contract will commence on 21 December 2020 and is scheduled to conclude on 22 April 2021, with delivery expected in the South East region of the United Kingdom.

This procurement presents a significant opportunity for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) specialising in advanced optical technologies and laser systems. Given the nature of the product specified, businesses with expertise in precision engineering, high-tech manufacturing, or laser technology would find this tender particularly relevant. The procurement's open procedure method encourages a broad range of suppliers to participate, fostering competition and innovation in the market.

## Notice

We require an ultrafast oscillator laser, based on titanium-sapphire, for seeding of several, large chirped pulse amplifiers. We require supporting information to verify the performance. The specification and further information about the requirements are held within the Delta system. The estimated value of the opportunity is PS120,000.00 excluding VAT The contracting authority shall utilise the Delta eSourcing Procurement Tool available at the link provided to conduct this procurement. All enquiries with respect to problems or functionality within the tool may be submitted to Delta eSourcing on 08452707050. Please utilise the messaging system within the e-sourcing tool at the link provided. Please note this is a free self-registration website and this can be done by completing the online questionnaire at the link provided. All communication must be routed through the Delta system. Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/486d9661-38af-4938-a8ab-796280d8bf99 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 15 Dec 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 14 Dec 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 14 Dec 2020 |
| Contract period | 21 Dec 2020 - 22 Apr 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £116,545 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £116,545 |
| 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 | UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION |
| Locality | OXFORD |
| Post town | Oxford |
| Postcode | OX11 0QX |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC |
| Local authority | Vale of White Horse |
| Electoral ward | Blewbury & Harwell |
| Westminster constituency | Didcot and Wantage |
| Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | COHERENT |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting

### Codes

- 31712336 - Crystal oscillators

## Release History

- 15 Dec 2020 at 13:30 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/486d9661-38af-4938-a8ab-796280d8bf99

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/486d9661-38af-4938-a8ab-796280d8bf99
  15th December 2020 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/respondToList.html?noticeId=554230314
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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