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title: "GB-Newport: CSAC2305 Multi-purpose Fibre Assembly System"
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# GB-Newport: CSAC2305 Multi-purpose Fibre Assembly System

Buyer: COMPOUND SEMICONDUCTOR APPLICATIONS (CSA) CATAPULT  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-ad893243-db78-40c9-b2fc-49875ff6fc41

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## Summary

The Compound Semiconductor Applications (CSA) Catapult has published a tender for a multi-purpose fibre assembly system titled "CSAC2305 Multi-purpose Fibre Assembly System" in Newport, Wales, United Kingdom. This tender falls under the engineering-related scientific and technical services category. The procurement stage is currently active, with a tender deadline set for February 19, 2024. The contract period is from March 31, 2024, to April 30, 2024, and the procurement method is an open procedure. The minimum value of the contract is GBP 500,000, while the total value is GBP 1,000,000.

This tender presents an opportunity for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) within the photonics industry in the UK. Businesses specialising in fibre optic technology, photonics, engineering, and technical services would be well-suited to compete for this contract. The CSA Catapult seeks to explore capabilities for faster prototype development cycles, providing growth opportunities for innovative companies in the industry. Interested firms should consider the suitability criteria outlined to participate in this open procurement process.

## Notice

CSA Catapult would like to explore the capabilities of multi-purpose fibre assemblies. The assembly's purposes will include, but are not limited to, fibre to integrated chip, fibre to package case, fibre to lens, and fibre to detectors. Multi-purpose fibre assembly is crucial for the entire photonics industry in the UK. CSA Catapult would like to explore this capability to provide services to customers, enabling a faster prototype development cycle. 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/cda7be2e-73ea-4cde-a0ff-570a5fccb780 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 15 Jan 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 19 Feb 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2024 - 30 Apr 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,000,000 |
| 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 | COMPOUND SEMICONDUCTOR APPLICATIONS (CSA) CATAPULT |
| Locality | NEWPORT |
| Post town | Newport |
| Postcode | NP10 8BE |
| Country | Wales |
| ITL 1 | TLL Wales |
| ITL 2 | TLL5 South East Wales |
| ITL 3 | TLL54 Monmouthshire and Newport |
| Local authority | Newport |
| Electoral ward | Tredegar Park and Marshfield |
| Westminster constituency | Newport West and Islwyn |
| Delivery location | TLL Wales |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71350000 - Engineering-related scientific and technical services

## Release History

- 15 Jan 2024 at 11:00 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cda7be2e-73ea-4cde-a0ff-570a5fccb780

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cda7be2e-73ea-4cde-a0ff-570a5fccb780
  15th January 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-GB-Newport:-CSAC2305-Multi-purpose-Fibre-Assembly-System/436P65628Z
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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