--- title: "2317/RFQ/SS - Compact and Ultra-Stable Femtosecond Laser" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-cde8c4e4-6200-4b19-a567-ac479dab7777" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-cde8c4e4-6200-4b19-a567-ac479dab7777" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-cde8c4e4-6200-4b19-a567-ac479dab7777.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-cde8c4e4-6200-4b19-a567-ac479dab7777.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "THE UNIVERSITY OF NOTTINGHAM" published: "2024-07-24" --- # 2317/RFQ/SS - Compact and Ultra-Stable Femtosecond Laser Buyer: THE UNIVERSITY OF NOTTINGHAM Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-cde8c4e4-6200-4b19-a567-ac479dab7777 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-cde8c4e4-6200-4b19-a567-ac479dab7777) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-cde8c4e4-6200-4b19-a567-ac479dab7777.json) ## Summary The University of Nottingham has initiated an open procurement process for a compact and ultra-stable femtosecond laser, under the title "2317/RFQ/SS - Compact and Ultra-Stable Femtosecond Laser". This procurement falls within the "Lasers" industry category and targets suppliers capable of providing a fibre-coupled, vibration-robust, doubled laser suitable for non-controlled room conditions. The key dates include the tender period ending on 7th August 2024 and the contract period starting on 9th August 2024, with an expected completion by 1st December 2025. The estimated value of the contract ranges between £30,000 and £50,000, excluding VAT, and the duration includes at least a 12-month warranty period. This tender is in the "Tender" stage and located in Nottingham, East Midlands, United Kingdom. This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in laser technology to expand their client base by supplying high-quality, value-for-money goods to a prominent educational institution. The open procurement method encourages fair competition, making it a suitable opportunity for companies that have the capability and resources to deliver such specialised equipment. Businesses with expertise in manufacturing and delivering durable laser systems, along with providing effective installation and commissioning services, would be particularly well-suited to compete for this contract. The requirement for a compact and robust laser suggests the potential for long-term business engagements given the emphasis on equipment functionality in varying room conditions, offering a promising avenue for growth and partnership development. ## Notice Introduction - This is formal request for quotation with information, instructions and guidance following consideration of which the proposal submission should be completed and returned by all Suppliers who wish to quote for the contract. Note, throughout the Request for Quotation (RFQ) documentation the University of Nottingham will be referred to as the UoN. Synopsis & Brief - A fibre coupled, compact, vibration robust, doubled laser capable of operating on non-controlled room conditions (temperature, humidity). Objectives - To secure value for money goods and services for the UoN Estimated Value - The estimated value for manufacture, delivery, installation and commissioning (if required) is between PS30,000- PS50,000 without VAT. Contract/Framework duration - The Contract will be established for an initial provision of equipment, and a minimum 12-month warranty period.. Additional information: TENDERERS MUST EXPRESS THEIR INTEREST THROUGH FIRST REGISTERING ON THE UNIVERSITYS E-TENDERING SYSTEM https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofnottingham/ Non-compliant expressions of interest (EOI) will not be considered or acknowledged. The university reserves the right to cancel the tender process at any stage. The University does not accept any liability for any costs incurred in tendering. To EXPRESS INTEREST: Please first register on the eTendering system then Login and go to Tenders. Find the project scroll down to View Details and then scroll down to the Express Interest' button at the foot on the right hand side. NOTE: To make sure you receive our email notifications. to ensure our emails reach your inbox please add our email domain @in-tend.co.uk to your safe senders list and check your spam filter settings.. Once you have registered, log-in and go to Current Tenders/view printable details, then expressed interest in the project. Once you have registered, expressed interest in the project AND your EOI will be accepted and an email will automatically be sent notifying you (to the inserted publish email address at point of registration) that it has been accepted and a second email notifying you that the documents have been published to your site under My Tenders. Internet Explorer (not Mozilla Firefox) should be used and pop ups must be allowed. All correspondence relating to this project should only be made through the e-Tendering web site. Click on CREATE NEW CORRESPONDENCE once you have logged on to the Web site and follow the instructions. Select send message via web option rather than by email option as this is received by the host company not directly to UoN. HELP?: Should you encounter any problems with using the Web site (including if you get locked out), contact the In-Tend Help Desk on 0844 272 8810 support@in-tend.co.uk Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/808141a1-ee96-4f07-95ec-c3018313f644 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 24 Jul 2024 | | Submission deadline | 7 Aug 2024 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 9 Aug 2024 - 1 Dec 2025 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £50,000 | | 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 NOTTINGHAM | | Locality | NOTTINGHAMSHIRE | | Post town | Nottingham | | Postcode | NG7 2RN | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) | | ITL 2 | TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire | | ITL 3 | TLF14 Nottingham | | Local authority | Nottingham | | Electoral ward | Radford | | Westminster constituency | Nottingham South | | Delivery location | TLF East Midlands (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses) ### Codes - 38636100 - Lasers ## Release History - 24 Jul 2024 at 10:42 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/808141a1-ee96-4f07-95ec-c3018313f644 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/808141a1-ee96-4f07-95ec-c3018313f644 24th July 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofnottingham/aspx/ Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## Notice URLs - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/universityofnottingham/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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