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title: "Microwave Test Equipment and Optical Equipment"
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# Microwave Test Equipment and Optical Equipment

Buyer: PRIFYSGOL BANGOR / BANGOR UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-02d316

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## Summary

Bangor University is seeking procurement for specialized Microwave Test Equipment and Optical Equipment as part of its Digital Signal Processing Centre, focused on high-performance requirements for research into digital communication systems, including 5G. This tender, currently in the active stage, is classified under the goods category (CPV code 38300000) and will take place in Bangor, UK. The procurement method used is an open procedure, and the deadline for tender submissions is set for 15 October 2021 at 12:00 (local time).

This contract presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in high-performance test and measurement equipment, particularly those focusing on oscilloscopes and generators. Companies that can provide high-quality instruments suitable for advanced research applications, maintain compliance with technical and performance standards, and offer options for service agreements will find this tender especially relevant. Suppliers should also be prepared to demonstrate their capacity to deliver community benefits as part of their contract execution.

## Notice

Bangor University's Digital Signal Processing (DSP) Centre of Excellence is a 6M GBP research centre undertaking highly specialised research into the application of DSP in digital communication systems such as 5G and beyond networks and ecosystems. The DSP Centre has now received ~3M GBP in funding support from the North Wales Growth Deal. The DSP Centre requires specialised microwave and optical test equipment to significantly expand their lab capacity and capabilities by procuring high performance, high bandwidth, test equipment for both the generation and analysis of microwave and optical signals.

### Lot Information

Arbitrary waveform generator 65GS/s with synchronisation function

Arbitrary waveform generator 65GS/s with synchronisation function.

Options: Bangor University reserves the right to purchase optional items (as detailed in the specification), associated consumables and/or services (e.g. warranties, calibration) at a later date.

Real-Time Oscilloscope 40GHz - 2 channels

Real-Time Oscilloscope 40GHz - 2 channels.

Options: Bangor University reserves the right to purchase optional items (as detailed in the specification), associated consumables and/or services (e.g. warranties, calibration) at a later date.

Real-Time Oscilloscope 40GHz - 4 channels

Real-Time Oscilloscope 40GHz - 4 channels.

Options: Bangor University reserves the right to purchase optional items (as detailed in the specification), associated consumables and/or services (e.g. warranties, calibration) at a later date.

Real-Time Oscilloscope 60GHz - 2 channels

Real-Time Oscilloscope 60GHz - 2 channels.

Options: Bangor University reserves the right to purchase optional items (as detailed in the specification), associated consumables and/or services (e.g. warranties, calibration) at a later date.

Arbitrary Waveform Generator 12 GS/s

Arbitrary Waveform Generator 12GS/s.

Options: Bangor University reserves the right to purchase optional items (as detailed in the specification), associated consumables and/or services (e.g. warranties, calibration) at a later date.

Real-Time Oscilloscope 6GHz - 2 channels

Real-Time Oscilloscope 6GHz - 2 channels.

Options: Bangor University reserves the right to purchase optional items (as detailed in the specification), associated consumables and/or services (e.g. warranties, calibration) at a later date.

Optical Coherent Modulation Transmitter

Optical Coherent Modulation Transmitter.

Options: Bangor University reserves the right to purchase optional items (as detailed in the specification), associated consumables and/or services (e.g. warranties, calibration) at a later date.

Optical Coherent Modulation Receiver

Optical Coherent Modulation Receiver.

Options: Bangor University reserves the right to purchase optional items (as detailed in the specification), associated consumables and/or services (e.g. warranties, calibration) at a later date.

Continuously Tuneable C and L Band Laser

Continously Tuneable C and L Band Laser.

Options: Bangor University reserves the right to purchase optional items (as detailed in the specification), associated consumables and/or services (e.g. warranties, calibration) at a later date.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/004260-2022 |
| Notice type | Planning Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large, SME |
| All stages | Planning, Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 15 Feb 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 15 Oct 2021 |
| Future notice date | 14 Sep 2021 |
| Award date | 11 Feb 2022 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £1,208,562 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Cancelled |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | PRIFYSGOL BANGOR / BANGOR UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | BANGOR |
| Post town | Llandudno |
| Postcode | LL57 2DG |
| Country | Wales |
| ITL 1 | TLL Wales |
| ITL 2 | TLL3 North Wales |
| ITL 3 | TLL32 Gwynedd |
| Local authority | Gwynedd |
| Electoral ward | Canol Bangor |
| Westminster constituency | Bangor Aberconwy |
| Delivery location | TLL12 Gwynedd |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 2 |
| Supplier names | ID PHOTONICS; KEYSIGHT TECHNOLOGIES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)
- 38300000 - Measuring instruments
- 38342000 - Oscilloscopes
- 38600000 - Optical instruments
- 38636000 - Specialist optical instruments
- 38636100 - Lasers

## Release History

- 15 Feb 2022 at 11:34 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/004260-2022
- 27 Sep 2021 at 11:05 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/023924-2021
- 10 Aug 2021 at 15:54 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019367-2021

## Notice URLs

- http://www.bangor.ac.uk
- https://etenderwales.bravosolution.co.uk/home.html
- https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA0340

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