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title: "SUPPLY AND INSTALLATION OF WAVELENGTH METER TO THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM"
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# SUPPLY AND INSTALLATION OF WAVELENGTH METER TO THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM

Buyer: THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-fe7c4b8c-a564-4b47-a694-dc4a385cf10d

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## Summary

The University of Birmingham is seeking suppliers for the "Supply and Installation of Wavelength Meter," a project managed by its Quantum Technology Innovation Hub aimed at advancing quantum sensor technology. The tender falls under the goods category, specifically focusing on diffraction apparatus, with an estimated budget of £64,000 excluding VAT. The project is currently in the award stage, with the contract period commencing on 16 September 2020 and concluding on 20 November 2020. The tender was published on 17 August 2020, and the deadline for submissions was 27 August 2020, while the award notice was published on 21 September 2020.

This procurement presents significant opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in optical measurement technology and related services. Given the project's technical specifications, businesses with expertise in advanced optical instruments, calibration services, and supply chain capabilities for scientific instrumentation will be particularly well-positioned to compete. Engaging in such contracts can help these firms not only secure revenue but also establish a foothold in the growing quantum technology sector.

## Notice

The Quantum Technology Innovation Hub (QTIH) at the University of Birmingham is part of the Quantum Hub for Sensors and Metrology. We are looking to procure a wavelength meter capable of the following: Specifications * Absolute accuracy = 6 * FC/APC fibre connector * External calibration * Linewidth measurement

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/14c1a1bf-c98f-4ec5-a59d-1bd17c325d4f |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Other - Open Tender - Non OJEU |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 21 Sep 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 15 Sep 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 14 Sep 2020 |
| Contract period | 15 Sep 2020 - 20 Nov 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £72,647 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £72,647 |
| 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 | HIGHFINESSE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38530000 - Diffraction apparatus

## Release History

- 21 Sep 2020 at 12:53 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/14c1a1bf-c98f-4ec5-a59d-1bd17c325d4f
- 17 Aug 2020 at 12:30 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ef8bcc27-cd3e-49be-81ee-8b6d1efa8d27
- 17 Aug 2020 at 11:07 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ef8bcc27-cd3e-49be-81ee-8b6d1efa8d27

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/14c1a1bf-c98f-4ec5-a59d-1bd17c325d4f
  21st September 2020 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ef8bcc27-cd3e-49be-81ee-8b6d1efa8d27
  17th August 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

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