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title: "Procurement of a Mid-infrared supercontinuum laser"
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# Procurement of a Mid-infrared supercontinuum laser

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF BRISTOL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-795f0720-0666-42d7-b178-ca9f3b4921df

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## Summary

The University of Bristol has completed a public procurement process for the purchase of a mid-infrared supercontinuum laser, which is intended for the spectral characterisation of off- and on-chip mid-infrared devices. The procurement method used was an open procedure, suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), and had a total contract value of £45,000. The contract period commenced on 25th January 2021 and will conclude on 1st March 2022. The procurement stage has reached the award phase, with the contract awarded to Chromacity based in Edinburgh. The delivery is to the South West region of the United Kingdom, with the tender period ending on 4th December 2020.

This procurement opportunity allows SMEs in the scientific and engineering sectors, particularly those specialising in laser technology, to engage with a prestigious educational institution. Companies that design, manufacture, or supply advanced optical equipment may find this contract particularly beneficial. By participating in such tenders, businesses can enhance their visibility, build partnerships, and potentially secure further contracts within the academic and research communities.

## Notice

The procurement of a pulsed supercontinuum laser system for spectral characterisation of off- and on-chip mid-infrared devices.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d670095b-9883-4c2d-a673-00f1ff6a48c3 |
| 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 | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 3 Feb 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 4 Dec 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 25 Jan 2021 |
| Contract period | 25 Jan 2021 - 1 Mar 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £45,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £45,000 |
| 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 BRISTOL |
| Locality | BRISTOL |
| Post town | Bristol |
| Postcode | BS1 5DS |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK5 West of England |
| ITL 3 | TLK51 Bristol, City of |
| Local authority | Bristol, City of |
| Electoral ward | Central |
| Westminster constituency | Bristol Central |
| Delivery location | TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38636100 - Lasers

## Release History

- 3 Feb 2021 at 17:53 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d670095b-9883-4c2d-a673-00f1ff6a48c3

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d670095b-9883-4c2d-a673-00f1ff6a48c3
  3rd February 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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