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title: "Supply and Installatio of Laser System for Optically Pumped Magnetometers (QTIH)"
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# Supply and Installatio of Laser System for Optically Pumped Magnetometers (QTIH)

Buyer: THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-c6423683-735a-449e-9def-9ab223896284

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## Summary

The University of Birmingham is conducting an open tender for the supply and installation of a laser system for optically pumped magnetometers, titled "Supply and Installation of Laser System for Optically Pumped Magnetometers (QTIH)". This procurement falls within the goods category, specifically relating to laser diodes, with a contract value of £109,565. The tender was published on 17 August 2020, and submissions were due by 4 September 2020. The contract is set to commence on 14 October 2020 and conclude on 14 December 2020, with the project being located in Birmingham, England.

This contract presents an excellent opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the laser technology sector, particularly those specializing in the development and supply of laser diodes and associated components. Companies that offer advanced technology solutions and are experienced in meeting rigorous technical specifications would be well-suited to compete for this tender, potentially leading to significant business growth through partnerships with academic institutions like the University of Birmingham.

## Notice

SUPPLY AND INSTALLATION OF LASER SYSTEM FOR OPTICALLY PUMPED MAGNETOMETERS TO THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/16dea757-edc7-4aa5-b74f-b6e5a344ad28 |
| 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 | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 1 Dec 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 13 Oct 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 12 Oct 2020 |
| Contract period | 13 Oct 2020 - 14 Dec 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £109,565 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £109,565 |
| 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 | 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 |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | TOPTICA PHOTONICS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting
- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

### Codes

- 31712348 - Laser diodes
- 38636100 - Lasers

## Release History

- 1 Dec 2020 at 16:33 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/16dea757-edc7-4aa5-b74f-b6e5a344ad28
- 17 Aug 2020 at 10:07 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6ad110e4-9b99-4fca-bfe0-2c47b3d7694e

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/16dea757-edc7-4aa5-b74f-b6e5a344ad28
  1st December 2020 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6ad110e4-9b99-4fca-bfe0-2c47b3d7694e
  17th August 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

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