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title: "GB-Leeds: 2021/195 - Supply of a Fibre Optic Interrogator"
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# GB-Leeds: 2021/195 - Supply of a Fibre Optic Interrogator

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF LEEDS  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-959d8259-2c34-4d6e-a451-828bfb2e23e8

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## Summary

The University of Leeds is currently seeking tenders for the supply of a Fibre Optic Interrogator, with a total contract value of £50,000. This procurement falls under the goods category, specifically within the fibre-optic apparatus industry. The procurement is at the Tender stage, having been published on 26th April 2021, with a tender period set to close on 5th May 2021. The successful bidder will be required to deliver the system to the Yorkshire and the Humber region in the UK, with the contract expected to commence on 30th July 2021 and run until 30th June 2024. The procurement is being conducted via an open procedure, which encourages a wide range of submissions.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in the technology and engineering sectors, particularly those specialising in fibre-optic technology and monitoring systems. Companies with expertise in optical sensors, data acquisition, and monitoring applications would be well-positioned to compete. By winning this contract, businesses can not only enhance their portfolio but also gain valuable experience collaborating with a prominent educational institution, potentially leading to future partnership opportunities in similar projects.

## Notice

The School of Civil Engineering at the University of Leeds is seeking tenders for the Fibre Optic Interrogator, which allows rapid, full-spectrum data acquisition and flexible peak detect algorithms of optical Fibre Bragg Grating (FBG), Long Period Gratings (LPG), Fabry-Perot (FP) and Mach-Zehnder (MZ) sensors in static and dynamic monitoring applications where appropriate. The system will be used for both physical and chemical monitoring of characteristics of the measuring medium. Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/945c3109-3ebf-4bb3-8952-ddba40dc2b8c |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 26 Apr 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 4 May 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 29 Jul 2021 - 30 Jun 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £50,000 |
| 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 LEEDS |
| Locality | LEEDS |
| Post town | Leeds |
| Postcode | LS2 9JT |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE4 West Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE42 Leeds |
| Local authority | Leeds |
| Electoral ward | Little London & Woodhouse |
| Westminster constituency | Leeds Central and Headingley |
| Delivery location | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38621000 - Fibre-optic apparatus

## Release History

- 26 Apr 2021 at 09:00 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/945c3109-3ebf-4bb3-8952-ddba40dc2b8c

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/945c3109-3ebf-4bb3-8952-ddba40dc2b8c
  26th April 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-GB-Leeds:-2021/195---Supply-of-a-Fibre-Optic-Interrogator/83FYU4985A
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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