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title: "2358/JN - Superconducting Nanowire Single Photon Detectors"
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# 2358/JN - Superconducting Nanowire Single Photon Detectors

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-c07b11c5-168b-42f0-84d0-5cf813620289

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## Summary

The University of Sheffield is initiating a public procurement process for the acquisition of a superconducting nanowire single photon detector (SNSPD) system, aimed at advancing photon correlation and time-resolved fluorescence measurement capabilities. This tender, classified under the industry category of laboratory, optical, and precision equipment, was published on 21st October 2019, with the tender period concluding on 20th November 2019. The contract, valued at £100,000, is scheduled to commence on 13th January 2020 and will last until 14th January 2020. The procurement method is classified as an open procedure suitable for small and medium enterprises (SMEs).

This procurement presents significant opportunities for businesses in the field of optical and laboratory equipment, particularly those that specialise in high-tech detectors and measurement systems. Companies capable of providing cutting-edge technology that meets the specifications outlined by the University of Sheffield, especially those familiar with the requirements of the engineering and physical sciences sector, will find this an advantageous tender to pursue. SMEs looking to expand their market presence in this niche area are encouraged to engage.

## Notice

The University of Sheffield's Department of Physics and Astronomy, with funding from the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC), requires a superconducting nanowire single photon detector (SNSPD) system for photon correlation and time-resolved measurements of fluorescence from semiconductor quantum dots (QDs). The system is required to operate in the wavelength range 1300nm to 1600nm. This is a Non-EU open exercise. The ITT can be downloaded by registering and expressing your interest on the University's e-tendering system https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sheffield If you have any questions or comments in relation to this tender they must be submitted via the In-tend system, this can be accessed at https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sheffield Completed tenders must be returned through the same e-tendering system.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e9e4f951-e7c7-4b07-84f8-80c73b572219 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 13 Jan 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 20 Nov 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 3 Dec 2019 |
| Contract period | 13 Jan 2020 - 14 Jan 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £100,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £123,400 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF SHEFFIELD |
| Locality | SHEFFIELD |
| Post town | Sheffield |
| Postcode | S10 2TN |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE3 South Yorkshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE32 Sheffield |
| Local authority | Sheffield |
| Electoral ward | Broomhill and Sharrow Vale |
| Westminster constituency | Sheffield Central |
| Delivery location | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | SINGLE QUANTUM |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 13 Jan 2020 at 13:53 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e9e4f951-e7c7-4b07-84f8-80c73b572219
- 21 Oct 2019 at 14:28 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cde8cd3a-0b48-4a94-a0a8-1bb489968b52

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e9e4f951-e7c7-4b07-84f8-80c73b572219
  13th January 2020 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cde8cd3a-0b48-4a94-a0a8-1bb489968b52
  21st October 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sheffield
  All tender documentation can be accessed at:

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