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title: "Laser and Fibre Opto-Mechanical Components"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-04de1d"
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buyer: "HERIOT-WATT UNIVERSITY"
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# Laser and Fibre Opto-Mechanical Components

Buyer: HERIOT-WATT UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-04de1d

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## Summary

Heriot-Watt University, located in Riccarton, Edinburgh, has successfully completed the procurement process for a framework agreement providing laser and fibre opto-mechanical components, specifically targeting its School of Engineering and Physical Sciences. The procurement falls under the 'goods' category, focusing on laboratory, optical, and precision equipment. The open procedure process ensured a transparent competition, culminating in an award on 21st October 2025, valued at £250,000. Even though one lot was cancelled, an active contract was signed with suppliers including Photonic Solutions Ltd, Newport Spectra-Physics Ltd., and Thorlabs. The initiative was not only limited to domestic bidders, as foreign suppliers also participated, reflecting the global nature of the tender.

This tender provides substantial opportunities for businesses specializing in optical and laboratory equipment, enhancing their presence in educational and research sectors. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) stood a strong chance of success, demonstrated by the participation and award to two SMEs among the selected suppliers. Companies with the capability to meet high technical quality criteria, while also offering competitive costs, were well-poised to compete. The framework agreement structure additionally presents potential for extended collaboration with the university, subject to performance, which could be a strategic opportunity for businesses seeking long-term partnerships in the UK’s higher education and research markets.

## Notice

The University is seeking to establish a Framework Agreement for the provision of Laser and Fibre Opto-Mechanical Components to its School of Engineering and Physical Sciences located on its Edinburgh Campus.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

This is an award notification for the University to establish a Framework Agreement for the provision of Laser and Fibre Opto-Mechanical Components to its School of Engineering and Physical Sciences located on its Edinburgh Campus.

Renewal: The University reserves the right to extend the Agreement for one further 12 month period, subject to satisfactory performance and continuation of the University's requirements

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/067228-2025 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large, SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 21 Oct 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 14 Mar 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 20 Oct 2025 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £250,000 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | HERIOT-WATT UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | RICCARTON, EDINBURGH |
| Post town | Edinburgh |
| Postcode | EH14 4AP |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM1 East Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM13 City of Edinburgh |
| Local authority | City of Edinburgh |
| Electoral ward | Pentland Hills |
| Westminster constituency | Edinburgh South West |
| Delivery location | TLM75 City of Edinburgh |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 3 |
| Supplier names | NEWPORT SPECTRA-PHYSICS; PHOTONIC SOLUTIONS; THORLABS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

## Release History

- 21 Oct 2025 at 15:20 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/067228-2025
- 10 Mar 2025 at 09:21 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/004726-2025
- 10 Mar 2025 at 09:20 - TenderUpdate - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/008452-2025

## Notice URLs

- http://hw.ac.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000790487
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA00307
- https://www.publictendersscotland.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/esop/pts-host/public/pts/web/login.html

## Provenance

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