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title: "(NU1663) The Supply of Deformable Mirrors"
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buyer: "NEWCASTLE UNIVERSITY"
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# (NU1663) The Supply of Deformable Mirrors

Buyer: NEWCASTLE UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-bd0ded0b-d69e-4395-895c-50797a0142d1

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## Summary

The procurement process is being conducted by Newcastle University, specifically for the tender titled "(NU1663) The Supply of Deformable Mirrors." This opportunity falls within the industry category of laboratory, optical, and precision equipment, with a total estimated value of £100,000. The tender period commenced on 12th May 2021 and is expected to close by the same date at 16:00 BST. The contract is set to begin on 21st June 2021 and will run until 2nd June 2022. Interested suppliers should note that the delivery addresses are located in England, United Kingdom.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses engaged in the scientific and optical equipment manufacturing sectors to expand their client base and enhance product offerings. Companies that specialise in producing advanced optical instruments or components, particularly those with expertise in deformable mirrors or related technologies, would be well-suited to compete. Collaboration with research institutions and understanding the specific requirements outlined in the tender documents could further support competitive bids.

## Notice

Newcastle University requires deformable mirrors which shall be incorporated into novel optical instrumentation to understand the changes in visual behaviour with eye disorders. This project is funded by a UKRI Future Leaders Fellowship. Mirror 1: The mirror must have a very large stroke (>70 microns). Please state the stroke of the proposed mirror. The pupil diameter must be between 5 mm and 15 mm. The mirror must have more than 64 actuators. Please state the number of actuators. Mirror 2: The mirror must have a high stroke (>20 microns). The mirror must have at least 150 actuators. The mirror must have a settling time of 1.25 ms or less. The mirror must have a frequency of at least 750 Hz. The tender documents can be downloaded from https://procontract.due-north.com/

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cd376dbe-2f77-4f53-a42d-8e88082e8eaa |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 12 May 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 12 May 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 20 Jun 2021 - 2 Jun 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £100,000 |
| 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 | NEWCASTLE UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | NEWCASTLE |
| Post town | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Postcode | NE1 7RU |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC43 Tyneside |
| Local authority | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Electoral ward | Monument |
| Westminster constituency | Newcastle upon Tyne Central and West |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 12 May 2021 at 12:13 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cd376dbe-2f77-4f53-a42d-8e88082e8eaa

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cd376dbe-2f77-4f53-a42d-8e88082e8eaa
  12th May 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=bd4b1a55-1ab3-eb11-810c-005056b64545
  Advert

## Notice URLs

- https://procontract.due-north.com/
- https://www.ncl.ac.uk/

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