--- title: "Spectral Polarimetry Instrument" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-cd38321c-b730-4d80-badf-bca2e3b466ac" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-cd38321c-b730-4d80-badf-bca2e3b466ac" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-cd38321c-b730-4d80-badf-bca2e3b466ac.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-cd38321c-b730-4d80-badf-bca2e3b466ac.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHAMPTON" published: "2018-07-04" --- # Spectral Polarimetry Instrument Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHAMPTON Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-cd38321c-b730-4d80-badf-bca2e3b466ac [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-cd38321c-b730-4d80-badf-bca2e3b466ac) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-cd38321c-b730-4d80-badf-bca2e3b466ac.json) ## Summary The University of Southampton is currently seeking suppliers for a Polarisation-Diverse Fibre-Optic Component Analyser (PD-FOCA) as part of its procurement process for a Spectral Polarimetry Instrument. This procurement, classified under the "Laboratory, optical and precision equipment" category, is being managed through an open procedure, which invites suppliers to submit bids until the deadline of 25th July 2018. The contract is expected to commence on 31st August 2018 and will last for one year, concluding on 30th August 2019. Interested bidders must access all tender documentation via the In-Tend portal and ensure they are registered as suppliers with the University. The location for delivery is in Hampshire, within the South East region of the United Kingdom. This tender presents significant opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the optical instrumentation sector, particularly those specialising in fibre-optic technology or analysis equipment. Businesses that have capabilities in manufacturing or supplying laboratory equipment, especially those with experience in polarimetry or similar optical technologies, are well-positioned to compete for this contract. Engaging in this procurement will not only support growth through contract value ranging between £25,000 and £100,000 but also enhance visibility in the academic and research sectors, providing a valuable partnership opportunity with a reputable institution. ## Notice The University of Southampton has a requirement for a Polarisation-Diverse Fibre-Optic Component Analyser (PD-FOCA) to be used for characterising the polarisation properties of novel optical fibres. The full specifications can be found in File 2 Appendix 1. Additional information: The University is utilising an electronic tendering tool (In-Tend: https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofsouthampton) to manage this procurement and to communicate with bidders. All documentation in relation to this tender can be downloaded from the In-Tend portal. Bidders are advised that there will be no hard copy documents issued to organisations and all communications with the University including the submission of PQQ and/or Invitation to Tender Responses will be conducted via the In-Tend portal. Regular monitoring of the portal is the responsibility of the bidder. If you are not already registered as a supplier with the University of Southampton, you will need to register in In-Tend in order to access the tender documentation. Once you have logged in as a supplier: click on 'Tenders'; locate the relevant project; and click 'View Details'. Once you are in the project screen, you will be able to register your company against the project and access all documentation by clicking 'Express Interest'. Bidders are advised that formal expressions of interest in the project must be by way of completion and return of the relevant Pre-Qualification (if applicable) or Invitation to Tender documents via the In-Tend portal. Further instructions for the submission of Invitation to Tender responses are below. To submit your return, please follow the instructions below: 1. Log In 2. Click 'Tenders' 3. Locate the relevant project 4. View Details 5. Click on the tab relating to the relevant project stage (e.g. 'Invitation to Tender') 6. Click on the 'Attach Documents' button and upload your return. 7. Check ALL your response documents are uploaded and displayed in the "My Tender Return" panel. The system will only permit your organisation to make one return. 8. Click the red "Submit Return" button. Please note that, to preserve the integrity of the tendering procedure, all queries must made be via the correspondence function within the In-Tend portal. In accordance with Regulation 50, paragraph (2) of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 and subject to Article 5 and Annex 5, Part D (13) of Directive 2014/24/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council (if applicable), the University intends to publish the value of any resulting contract at the award stage, and reserves the right to do so. By submitting a tender response, bidders are consenting to publication of this information unless otherwise agreed in advance with the University. Due to the nature of this project, it has been deemed unsuitable for division into lots. The risk of dividing the requirement would render the execution of the contract excessively technically difficult, not cost effective and would undermine the proper execution of the contract. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No The University is utilising an electronic tendering tool (In-Tend: https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofsouthampton) to manage this procurement and to communicate with bidders. All documentation in relation to this tender can be downloaded from the In-Tend portal. Bidders are advised that there will be no hard copy documents issued to organisations and all communications with the University including the submission of PQQ and/or Invitation to Tender Responses will be conducted via the In-Tend portal. Regular monitoring of the portal is the responsibility of the bidder. If you are not already registered as a supplier with the University of Southampton, you will need to register in In-Tend in order to access the tender documentation. Once you have logged in as a supplier: click on 'Tenders'; locate the relevant project; and click 'View Details'. Once you are in the project screen, you will be able to register your company against the project and access all documentation by clicking 'Express Interest'. Bidders are advised that formal expressions of interest in the project must be by way of completion and return of the relevant Pre-Qualification (if applicable) or Invitation to Tender documents via the In-Tend portal. Further instructions for the submission of Invitation to Tender responses are below. To submit your return, please follow the instructions below: 1. Log In 2. Click 'Tenders' 3. Locate the relevant project 4. View Details 5. Click on the tab relating to the relevant project stage (e.g. 'Invitation to Tender') 6. Click on the 'Attach Documents' button and upload your return. 7. Check ALL your response documents are uploaded and displayed in the "My Tender Return" panel. The system will only permit your organisation to make one return. 8. Click the red "Submit Return" button. Please note that, to preserve the integrity of the tendering procedure, all queries must made be via the correspondence function within the In-Tend portal. In accordance with Regulation 50, paragraph (2) of the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 and subject to Article 5 and Annex 5, Part D (13) of Directive 2014/24/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council (if applicable), the University intends to publish the value of any resulting contract at the award stage, and reserves the right to do so. By submitting a tender response, bidders are consenting to publication of this information unless otherwise agreed in advance with the University. Due to the nature of this project, it has been deemed unsuitable for division into lots. The risk of dividing the requirement would render the execution of the contract excessively technically difficult, not cost effective and would undermine the proper execution of the contract. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8cafa9a5-0918-41ae-a59a-c7e3e0b34233 | | 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 | 4 Jul 2018 | | Submission deadline | 25 Jul 2018 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 30 Aug 2018 - 30 Aug 2019 | | 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 | UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHAMPTON | | Locality | HAMPSHIRE | | Post town | Southampton | | Postcode | SO17 1BJ | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight | | ITL 3 | TLJ32 Southampton | | Local authority | Southampton | | Electoral ward | Portswood | | Westminster constituency | Southampton Test | | Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses) ### Codes - 38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses) - 38430000 - Detection and analysis apparatus - 38600000 - Optical instruments ## Release History - 4 Jul 2018 at 14:20 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8cafa9a5-0918-41ae-a59a-c7e3e0b34233 - 4 Jul 2018 at 13:55 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8cafa9a5-0918-41ae-a59a-c7e3e0b34233 - 4 Jul 2018 at 13:47 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8cafa9a5-0918-41ae-a59a-c7e3e0b34233 - 4 Jul 2018 at 13:46 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8cafa9a5-0918-41ae-a59a-c7e3e0b34233 - 4 Jul 2018 at 13:23 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8cafa9a5-0918-41ae-a59a-c7e3e0b34233 - 4 Jul 2018 at 13:23 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8cafa9a5-0918-41ae-a59a-c7e3e0b34233 - 4 Jul 2018 at 13:21 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8cafa9a5-0918-41ae-a59a-c7e3e0b34233 - 4 Jul 2018 at 13:21 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8cafa9a5-0918-41ae-a59a-c7e3e0b34233 - 4 Jul 2018 at 13:19 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8cafa9a5-0918-41ae-a59a-c7e3e0b34233 - 4 Jul 2018 at 13:12 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8cafa9a5-0918-41ae-a59a-c7e3e0b34233 - 18 Apr 2018 at 08:12 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8cafa9a5-0918-41ae-a59a-c7e3e0b34233 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8cafa9a5-0918-41ae-a59a-c7e3e0b34233 4th July 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofsouthampton/aspx/ Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## Notice URLs - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofsouthampton ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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