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title: "Supply and Installation of a Frequency Doubled Telecom Laser System for the University of Birmingham."
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# Supply and Installation of a Frequency Doubled Telecom Laser System for the University of Birmingham.

Buyer: THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-56b7ea5a-8fbc-49de-bba7-4e0305890cc3

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## Summary

The University of Birmingham is seeking tenders for the supply and installation of a frequency doubled telecom laser system, operating under an open procurement method. This procurement falls within the goods category and is classified specifically as laser diodes (CPV code: 31712348). The tender period ended on 20th August 2020, with the contract period commencing on 31st August 2020 and concluding on 20th November 2020. The total value of the contract is set at £80,000 excluding VAT, and responses were managed by contact person Peter Nobbs, located at Edgbaston, Birmingham (postal code B15 2TT).

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specializing in laser technologies and related equipment. Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) that can offer high-quality products capable of meeting the specified technical requirements, such as wavelength specifications, output power, and modulation capabilities, would be well-positioned to compete for this contract. Engaging in this procurement may facilitate further partnerships, especially if the products are aligned with the funding partnerships linked to the European Regional Development Fund or Research Councils UK.

## Notice

The University of Birmingham invites tenders for supply and installation of a frequency doubled telecome laser system. Wavelength = 780.24 nm Linewidth < 10 kHz Output power in free space >8 W Output power end of fibre > 6 W Thermal wavelength tuning range > 100 pm Fast wavelength modulation range > 7 GHz Phase noise < -90 dB @100 Hz RIN level < -120 dBc/Hz @10 MHz Output: independent delivery @780 nm and residual @1560 nm Polarisation: linear PER > 20 dB Fibre: can handle the output power @780nm & @1560nm and be cleanable

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dfdb8953-efea-4287-8a3b-0f0da0ce812b |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Other - Open Tender - Non OJEU |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 21 Sep 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 26 Aug 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 25 Aug 2020 |
| Contract period | 8 Sep 2020 - 20 Nov 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £79,950 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £79,950 |
| 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 | THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM |
| Locality | BIRMINGHAM |
| 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 | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | PHOTONIC SOLUTIONS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting
- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

### Codes

- 31712348 - Laser diodes
- 38636100 - Lasers
- 38636110 - Industrial lasers

## Release History

- 21 Sep 2020 at 13:15 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dfdb8953-efea-4287-8a3b-0f0da0ce812b
- 12 Aug 2020 at 12:12 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e5c05398-3fb2-4e4e-9048-53970094a576

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dfdb8953-efea-4287-8a3b-0f0da0ce812b
  21st September 2020 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e5c05398-3fb2-4e4e-9048-53970094a576
  12th August 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

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