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title: "Optical Spectrum Analyser"
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buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF BRISTOL"
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# Optical Spectrum Analyser

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF BRISTOL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-87f3e36e-c63d-4da6-8bd3-d54b9d020855

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## Summary

The University of Bristol is seeking to procure an Optical Spectrum Analyser for use in quantum photonic experiments. The procurement involves a stand-alone device with PC controllability, a wavelength range of 800-1570nm, and a value of £35,000. The tender deadline is 8th September 2022, with contract period starting on 19th September 2022 and ending on 19th September 2023. This opportunity falls under the goods category and is open for small and voluntary sector entities.

This tender from the University of Bristol for an Optical Spectrum Analyser presents a business growth opportunity for firms capable of supplying high-precision optical devices. Businesses in the field of photonics, scientific equipment manufacturers, and technology firms specialising in wavelength analysis are well-suited to bid. The open procurement procedure below the threshold provides an entry point for SMEs and VCSEs looking to expand into the photonics research equipment market.

## Notice

The University seeks to procure 1 x optical spectrum analyser for use in the design and characterisation of devices and components for use in custom quantum photonic experiments and laboratories. The device should be stand alone and also be controllable through a PC. The device should have a wavelength range that includes 800-1570nm with a wavelength resolution of less than 0.05nm and wavelength accuracy of at least +-50 pm.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6aa37d05-99a8-4440-aa7b-26c4fa844b4f |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 18 Aug 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 8 Sep 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 18 Sep 2022 - 19 Sep 2023 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £30,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| 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) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38433300 - Spectrum analyser

## Release History

- 18 Aug 2022 at 16:02 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6aa37d05-99a8-4440-aa7b-26c4fa844b4f
- 18 Aug 2022 at 15:43 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6aa37d05-99a8-4440-aa7b-26c4fa844b4f

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6aa37d05-99a8-4440-aa7b-26c4fa844b4f
  18th August 2022 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://tenders.bris.ac.uk
  Link to eSourcing Portal

## Notice URLs

- http://tenders.bris.ac.uk

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