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title: "UV Laser for Interferometric Lithography"
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# UV Laser for Interferometric Lithography

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-58ea2258-21b2-4a55-b93b-dc2ec2947d8a

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## Summary

The procurement process for a UV Laser for Interferometric Lithography is being conducted by the University of Sheffield, based in Sheffield, England. This tender, classified under the goods category with the CPV code for lasers, has an estimated value of £150,000. The procurement method employed is an open procedure, which is below threshold. The tender period has concluded, ending on 25 March 2020, while the contract period is set to commence on 1 May 2020 and last until 30 June 2020.

This opportunity presents significant potential for businesses in the optics and laser manufacturing sectors, particularly those that are small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Companies that specialise in precision engineering, photonics, and nanotechnology would be well-positioned to compete, leveraging their expertise to meet the sophisticated needs outlined in the tender specifications. Engaging in this tender not only opens avenues for direct sales but also strengthens relationships within the academic and research community.

## Notice

An ultra-violet (UV) laser is required for nanolithography. In particular, the laser will be used to conduct interferometric lithography. Our equipment utilises a Lloyd's mirror interferometer, in which half of the laser beam is directed onto a sample, and the other half is directed onto a mirror from where it is reflected onto the sample to interfere with the first half of the beam Additional information: All tender documents, tender related enquiries & any returns must be conducted through the In-tend site via the link provided above.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/22e43d9d-602a-4325-a542-faaff2591c59 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 7 May 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 25 Mar 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 29 Apr 2020 |
| Contract period | 30 Apr 2020 - 30 Jun 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £150,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £76,000 |
| 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 | UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD |
| Locality | SHEFFIELD |
| Post town | Sheffield |
| Postcode | S10 2TN |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE3 South Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE32 Sheffield |
| Local authority | Sheffield |
| Electoral ward | Broomhill and Sharrow Vale |
| Westminster constituency | Sheffield Central |
| Delivery location | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38636100 - Lasers

## Release History

- 7 May 2020 at 09:35 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/22e43d9d-602a-4325-a542-faaff2591c59
- 5 Mar 2020 at 11:23 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5ccadfdc-828c-4201-9eaf-bc90c2725cf4

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/22e43d9d-602a-4325-a542-faaff2591c59
  7th May 2020 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5ccadfdc-828c-4201-9eaf-bc90c2725cf4
  5th March 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sheffield/aspx/Home

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