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title: "UKRI-4121 Q-Switched Nanosecond Laser and Infrared Optical Parametric Oscillator (OPO)"
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# UKRI-4121 Q-Switched Nanosecond Laser and Infrared Optical Parametric Oscillator (OPO)

Buyer: UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-620fe3e8-7b3b-47ec-b32f-9972eee76a90

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## Summary

UK Research & Innovation has successfully completed the procurement process for the provision of a Q-Switched Nanosecond Laser and Infrared Optical Parametric Oscillator (OPO), classified under the industry category "Lasers". The procurement, managed by the Science and Technology Facilities Council based in Oxford, follows an open procedure and was recently awarded to Photonic Solutions Limited. Key dates in this process include the tender closing on 22nd October 2024, and the contract running from 24th October 2024 to 11th October 2027, with delivery to be made to the South East region of the United Kingdom. The total contract value is £79,870.

This contract provides a significant opportunity for businesses operating in the high-tech and laser manufacturing sectors, particularly those capable of delivering specialised optical equipment. SMEs particularly stand to benefit from such contracts, given the suitability criteria that favour small and medium enterprises. Businesses in this sector can leverage this opportunity to establish or strengthen their relationships with major research institutions like UK Research & Innovation, potentially leading to further collaborative research and innovation projects.

## Notice

UK Research and Innovation, Science and Technology Facility Centre had a requirement for the provision of Q-Switched Nanosecond Laser and Infrared Optical Parametric Oscillator.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/339c8cba-0d49-4d32-873d-5f24a5f3a4c4 |
| 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 | 4 Nov 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 21 Oct 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 21 Oct 2024 |
| Contract period | 23 Oct 2024 - 11 Oct 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £79,870 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £79,870 |
| 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 | PHOTONIC SOLUTIONS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38636100 - Lasers

## Release History

- 4 Nov 2024 at 09:55 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/339c8cba-0d49-4d32-873d-5f24a5f3a4c4

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/339c8cba-0d49-4d32-873d-5f24a5f3a4c4
  4th November 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/respondToList.html?noticeId=900315903
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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