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title: "Supply and Installation of an Optical Spectrum Analyser to the university of Birmingham"
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buyer: "THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM"
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# Supply and Installation of an Optical Spectrum Analyser to the university of Birmingham

Buyer: THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-b798a184-accd-4ce3-b677-2bf464bed693

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## Summary

The University of Birmingham is inviting tenders for the supply and installation of an optical spectrum analyser as part of an open procurement process in the field of diffraction apparatus. The procurement is currently at the tender stage, with a deadline for submissions set for 2nd October 2020. The total budget for this procurement is up to £65,000 excluding VAT, and the project is intended to be funded by either the European Regional Development Fund or the Research Councils UK. The delivery address for the items is located in Birmingham, England, with a contract period commencing on 23rd October 2020 and ending on 29th November 2020.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the technical and scientific instrumentation sectors, particularly those offering advanced optical equipment and related technologies. Businesses specialising in providing goods that meet the stringent specifications outlined, such as resolution and dynamic range for optical components, will find this an appealing opportunity to enhance their market presence through collaboration with a prestigious academic institution. With a focus on sophisticated instrumentation, there is potential for developing innovative solutions within the context of research and academic applications.

## Notice

The University of Birmingham invites tenders for supply of an optical spectrum analyser. Our application is in the domain of ultra-stable frequency transfer using quantum clocks, via fibres and at 1542nm. We are interested in both amplitude and phase information. As such we need not have large tuning range for the laser used in the instrument, a range from 1540-1572 nm is of interest. It should come with a built-in laser source. The resolution of the product should be equal to or better than 100MHz (0.8pm), 5MHz (0.04pm). The dynamic range should be better than 83dB for most of the frequency ranges. The close-in dynamic range should be better than 40dB @ +/- 0.1pm, better than 60dB @ +/- 0.4pm and better than 80dB @ +/- 6pm. The sweep speed should be faster than 30nm/s. The wavelength span range should cover 80pm to 82nm. Multi-channels and rectangular resolution filters are highly desirable features. Internal absolute wavelength calibrator is also desired. One-year warranty is expected. Overall budget for this item is up to PS65,000 excluding VAT. This project may be funded by the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) or; - European Structural and Investment Fund (ESIF) or; - Research Councils UK (RCUK), the strategic partnership of the UK's seven Research Councils.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/feb36e20-548e-4e0c-b1ec-09bec9ff0922 |
| 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 | 18 Sep 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 2 Oct 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 22 Oct 2020 - 29 Nov 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £65,000 |
| 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 | THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM |
| Locality | BIRMINGHAM |
| Post town | Birmingham |
| Postcode | B15 2TT |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG31 Birmingham |
| Local authority | Birmingham |
| Electoral ward | Edgbaston |
| Westminster constituency | Birmingham Edgbaston |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38530000 - Diffraction apparatus

## Release History

- 18 Sep 2020 at 11:04 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/feb36e20-548e-4e0c-b1ec-09bec9ff0922

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/feb36e20-548e-4e0c-b1ec-09bec9ff0922
  18th September 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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