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title: "Tunable Laser for next generation optical communications"
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# Tunable Laser for next generation optical communications

Buyer: DEFENCE SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY LABORATORY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-99a5fb3a-c895-4b1b-886f-095d6b01e0ad

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## Summary

The Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (DSTL) is seeking vendors for a tender titled "Tunable Laser for next generation optical communications." This opportunity falls under the research and development services category and is located in Fareham, England (postal code PO17 6AD). The tender is currently in the planning stage with a deadline for submissions set for 7th June 2021. The total value of the contract is £326,000, and it will be awarded through a selective procurement method, comprising a call-off from a framework agreement.

This tender represents an opportunity for businesses in the optical communications and advanced technology sectors to engage with a prominent governmental laboratory. Companies specialising in laser technology, prototype development, or communications systems may find this project particularly relevant. It is crucial for interested suppliers to be aware that this is a closed procurement process, which has already selected a list of 25 suppliers based on their capabilities, making it important for vendors to get involved in future opportunities through the R Cloud framework.

## Notice

This notice is published for transparency only. A tunable or similar laser system is required by Dstl for advanced communication. A two phase project is proposed consisting of a preliminary laboratory study and prototype laser system built in phase 1, followed by a compacted demonstration prototype in phase 2. This opportunity has been offered through the R Cloud framework to a down selected list of 25 suppliers based on capabilities; and is a closed procurement. This notice is for information/transparency only, and therefore suppliers are not required to approach DSTL to express their interest in this opportunity. For future R Cloud opportunities please visit - https://rcloud-v4.dstl.gov.uk/

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/439b8144-485c-4a9d-a249-1053d9270a99 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 11 May 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 7 Jun 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 4 Jul 2021 - 31 Mar 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £326,000 |
| 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 | DEFENCE SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY LABORATORY |
| Locality | FAREHAM |
| Post town | Portsmouth |
| Postcode | PO17 6AD |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight |
| ITL 3 | TLJ36 Central Hampshire |
| Local authority | Winchester |
| Electoral ward | Southwick and Wickham |
| Westminster constituency | Fareham and Waterlooville |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 11 May 2021 at 14:14 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/439b8144-485c-4a9d-a249-1053d9270a99

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/439b8144-485c-4a9d-a249-1053d9270a99
  11th May 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/63a30706-ce94-46be-b1bc-ff28fba72696
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/3723d84a-146d-4fed-87a0-6011ced77549
  Statement of Requirement
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/47ea0493-38f5-4d24-b809-2b95c1344670
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/922360cb-a638-4945-a1ff-255071a48bd7
  Research Worker Form

## Notice URLs

- https://rcloud-v4.dstl.gov.uk/

## Provenance

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