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# Procurement of 2 Single Photon Detectors

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF BRISTOL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-9af87970-fa4f-4a53-9379-edda99966e17

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## Summary

The University of Bristol has awarded a contract for the procurement of 2 single photon detectors in the field of Electrotechnical equipment. The tender process was completed with a contract value of £32,614.70. The contract period is from 5th March 2024 to 30th November 2026. This opportunity was suitable for SMEs and VCSEs. The procurement method used was an open procedure, and the equipment will be delivered to the South West region of the United Kingdom.

This tender by the University of Bristol presents a business growth opportunity for companies involved in the development of quantum technologies, particularly in Quantum Key Distribution, Quantum Computing, Quantum Networking, and Quantum Imaging. Businesses in the electrotechnical equipment sector, detection apparatus, and engineering-related scientific and technical services are well-suited to compete for this tender. The focus on ease of use and robustness of the equipment indicates an interest in innovative and reliable suppliers to support quantum technology development.

## Notice

The Quantum Technologies Innovation Centre (QTIC) at the University of Bristol provides SMEs, students, researchers and industry with facilities and equipment to support innovation in Quantum and related technologies. Most of our members are developing silicon chips, including integrated photonics systems. We maintain a pool of equipment which is available for users to rent on a flexible basis. We focus on providing equipment that is likely to be in demand by current and future members. The equipment required is 2 single photon detectors to support the development of quantum technologies including Quantum Key Distribution, Quantum Computing, Quantum Networking and Quantum Imaging. The equipment will be used by a variety of users, so ease of use and robustness are important.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ae7f6799-7eab-46b1-82a8-bf89b023baf3 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 21 Mar 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 22 Feb 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 5 Mar 2024 |
| Contract period | 5 Mar 2024 - 30 Nov 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £32,614 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £32,614 |
| 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 | ID QUANTIQUE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting
- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)
- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 31730000 - Electrotechnical equipment
- 38431000 - Detection apparatus
- 71350000 - Engineering-related scientific and technical services

## Release History

- 21 Mar 2024 at 18:38 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ae7f6799-7eab-46b1-82a8-bf89b023baf3
- 30 Jan 2024 at 18:23 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/450bc74a-a9e3-42b9-807f-ff3f6bee4ef2

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ae7f6799-7eab-46b1-82a8-bf89b023baf3
  21st March 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/450bc74a-a9e3-42b9-807f-ff3f6bee4ef2
  30th January 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://tenders.bris.ac.uk
  Link to eSourcing Portal

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