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title: "Large Area Solar Simulator"
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# Large Area Solar Simulator

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF DERBY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-60e32f4b-1cfb-404a-bf53-ddc5dfc810ca

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## Summary

The University of Derby is awarding a contract for a Large Area Solar Simulator. The contract falls under the industry category of Industrial or laboratory furnaces, incinerators and ovens. The contract value is £212,952. The procurement method used is an Open procedure. The procurement stage is at the award stage, with the contract period set to start on February 29, 2024 and end on February 27, 2026. The location for delivery is in the East Midlands, United Kingdom.

This tender for a Large Area Solar Simulator by the University of Derby presents an opportunity for suppliers specialising in goods related to industrial equipment. Businesses capable of providing solar simulators meeting IEC standards and able to deliver to the East Midlands, UK, should consider bidding. The University is specifically seeking suppliers who can meet the required technical specifications and offer appropriate service packages, including warranty and support. As the contract has been awarded, interested businesses can explore potential subcontracting or future contract opportunities with the chosen supplier, Photonic Solutions.

## Notice

The College of Science and Engineering, University of Derby are seeking to purchase a large area solar simulator for our new science laboratory. Our anticipated budget is PS150,000.00 which should include any fees for maintenance and servicing. Requirement: The solar simulator must be capable of providing a 1 sun power output with a spectral match covering a target area of 2 x 1 m. The specifications for the solar simulator should adhere to the standards set by the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC 60904-9:2020 Classification of solar simulator characteristics). Detailed Specifications: * The solar simulator should be able to cover a target area of 2 x 1 meters. * The solar simulator should be capable of delivering a typical power output of 1000 watts per square meter over the working distance * The recommended working distance between the solar simulator and the target area is 1 meter * The collimation angle of the solar simulator should be within +/-10 degrees. * The solar simulator should meet the spectral match classification of B for AM1.5G * The solar simulator should have a spatial non-uniformity classification of C over the target area * The solar simulator should have a temporal instability classification of B * The solar simulator should be capable of providing an intensity on the target area equivalent to 1 sun * The solar simulator should operate with either a single-phase power input of 220VAC or a 3-phase power input. * The sun simulator should have a spectral range of 350 - 1500nm * The sun simulator should include a rigid frame to hold the unit above the target area Additional Features: The supplier shall provide in appropriate technical documentation / literature to identify the functionality of the equipment offered. Ideally this should include examples of where the equipment offered has been used in a higher education and/or research establishment. Suppliers will be required to provide comprehensive documentation, user manuals, support and training. The supplier will propose an appropriate service package stating options between 2 and 4 years duration. As a minimum the service package will include parts and labour warranty. Calibration. Technical support (email / telephone) Breakdown cover / call out. The supplier shall also indicate if any specific shelving or installation racking is required and the quote should also include delivery and installation charges. Please also indicate in your quote if the item can be installed via normal access routes. Delivery will be required around September, the dates will be confirmed closer to the time. Please find all related documents for registration and negotiations (tenders) on our website https://www.derby.ac.uk/services/finance/procurement-suppliers-and-tendering/supplier-info/

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b67cacd3-6af6-44d0-a920-922a5f906cc4 |
| 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 | 16 Jan 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 14 Jul 2023 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 15 Jan 2024 |
| Contract period | 29 Feb 2024 - 27 Feb 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £150,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £212,952 |
| 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 DERBY |
| Locality | DERBY |
| Post town | Derby |
| Postcode | DE22 1GB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF11 Derby |
| Local authority | Derby |
| Electoral ward | Allestree |
| Westminster constituency | Mid Derbyshire |
| Delivery location | TLF East Midlands (England) |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 42 - Industrial machinery

### Codes

- 42300000 - Industrial or laboratory furnaces, incinerators and ovens

## Release History

- 16 Jan 2024 at 08:57 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b67cacd3-6af6-44d0-a920-922a5f906cc4
- 23 Jun 2023 at 14:09 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/454fe2b6-31b0-4d65-b0ca-6143ea84f2e8

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b67cacd3-6af6-44d0-a920-922a5f906cc4
  16th January 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/454fe2b6-31b0-4d65-b0ca-6143ea84f2e8
  23rd June 2023 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://www.derby.ac.uk/services/finance/procurement-suppliers-and-tendering/supplier-info/

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