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title: "Laser Ablation System"
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buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF BRISTOL"
published: "2026-04-13"
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# Laser Ablation System

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF BRISTOL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-b0c36158-3bba-458b-9c47-cd718b8f734e

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## Summary

The University of Bristol has initiated a public procurement process for the acquisition of a laser ablation system, specifically a 193nm excimer laser with advanced features. This procurement process falls under the category of laboratory, optical, and precision equipment. The tender is currently in the active stage and is being conducted under an open procedure suitable for goods, below a certain financial threshold. Interested bidders should note that the procurement process began with the publication date on 13th April 2026, and submissions are required by 29th April 2026 at noon. The equipment will be delivered to various locations, including the United Kingdom, Channel Islands, Isle of Man, and others.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in high-precision laboratory and optical equipment to expand their client base. The procurement is especially relevant for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) due to its suitability criteria. Engaging in this tender could lead to establishing a business relationship with a prestigious academic institution like the University of Bristol, which could enhance the company’s portfolio and market presence in the region. The contract, once awarded, is set to commence on 11th May 2026, providing a valuable long-term business opportunity for a full year until May 2027.

## Notice

This is for the purchase of a 193nm excimer laser ablation system, with a two volume sampling chamber. We want the new laser to represent a significant step forward in our laser ablation provision. In particular we are interested in: improved performance, notably smaller, usable spot sizes for detection of pre-solar grains, more efficient transfer of material from sample to mass-spectrometer, longer life UV-optical components, better optical imaging, next generation sample cell construction and effective, easy to use software.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/abc8bbfc-f0db-41a3-b3c8-e74e837d0cf1 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 13 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 29 Apr 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 10 May 2026 - 11 May 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £210,000 |
| 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 | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

## Release History

- 13 Apr 2026 at 12:17 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/abc8bbfc-f0db-41a3-b3c8-e74e837d0cf1

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/abc8bbfc-f0db-41a3-b3c8-e74e837d0cf1
  13th April 2026 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://tenders.bris.ac.uk
  Link to eSourcing Portal

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