---
title: "Supply of a Ultra Fast Laser System"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-b0e73d34-f723-444f-9c3f-487577f4ef71"
canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-b0e73d34-f723-444f-9c3f-487577f4ef71"
markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-b0e73d34-f723-444f-9c3f-487577f4ef71.md"
json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-b0e73d34-f723-444f-9c3f-487577f4ef71.json"
source: "Contracts Finder"
current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF EXETER"
published: "2018-04-18"
---

# Supply of a Ultra Fast Laser System

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF EXETER  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-b0e73d34-f723-444f-9c3f-487577f4ef71

[View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-b0e73d34-f723-444f-9c3f-487577f4ef71)  
[Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-b0e73d34-f723-444f-9c3f-487577f4ef71.json)

## Summary

The University of Exeter is currently seeking suppliers for the installation of an Ultra Fast Laser System, focusing on the lasers industry category. The tender is in the active stage and has been published as of 18 April 2018. Interested parties must submit their bids by 21 May 2018, with the contract expected to commence on 22 May 2018 and concluding on 23 May 2018. The laser system required encompasses a closed-box pump laser, an optical parametric amplifier, and a high-repetition-rate laser suitable for imaging applications, specifically within the South West region of the United Kingdom.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in advanced laser technologies and instrumentation, particularly those providing critical components such as pump lasers and optical amplifiers. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in high-power laser systems would be well-suited to compete in this procurement. Engaging in this process could facilitate growth by establishing a relationship with a prominent educational institution while contributing to cutting-edge research and development initiatives.

## Notice

We are looking for a tuneable, ultrafast laser system that is easy to operate and requires minimal maintenance. The laser system required can be broken down into three components: A closed-box pump laser An optical parametric amplifier (OPA) For imaging, we require a high rep rate ( >= 50MHz), high power ( >= 10W) laser with sub-150 fs pulses.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/015091f3-57ef-4671-985e-febf892f9310 |
| 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 | 18 Apr 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 21 May 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 21 May 2018 - 23 May 2018 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| 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 EXETER |
| Locality | EXETER |
| Post town | Exeter |
| Postcode | EX4 4QH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK4 Devon |
| ITL 3 | TLK43 Devon CC |
| Local authority | Exeter |
| Electoral ward | Duryard and St James |
| Westminster constituency | Exeter |
| Delivery location | TLK South West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38636100 - Lasers

## Release History

- 18 Apr 2018 at 21:30 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/015091f3-57ef-4671-985e-febf892f9310

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/015091f3-57ef-4671-985e-febf892f9310
  18th April 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=23909&B=EXETER
  Additional data
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/ctm/Company/CompanyInformation/Index/53042
  User / Company

## Notice URLs

- http://www.exeter.ac.uk

## Provenance

This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. The canonical page is https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-b0e73d34-f723-444f-9c3f-487577f4ef71. The underlying structured data is available as OCDS JSON at https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-b0e73d34-f723-444f-9c3f-487577f4ef71.json.