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title: "Purchase of High Energy Ultrafast Laser System with Optical Parametric Amplifier"
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# Purchase of High Energy Ultrafast Laser System with Optical Parametric Amplifier

Buyer: HERIOT-WATT UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-04f8aa

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## Summary

Heriot-Watt University, based in Riccarton, Edinburgh, has completed the procurement stage and awarded a contract to Photonic Solutions Ltd for the purchase of a High Energy Ultrafast Laser System with Optical Parametric Amplifier. The procurement, classified under the CPV code 38000000 (Laboratory, optical and precision equipment excluding glasses), aimed to acquire research-related goods. The award procedure was conducted without prior publication of a call for competition, justified by the absence of market competition for the required equipment. The contract, valued at £379,428, was signed on 25th March 2025, following the publication of a voluntary ex ante transparency notice (VEAT) on the same date, allowing for a standstill period to ensure compliance with procurement regulations.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for companies specialising in high-precision laboratory equipment, particularly those capable of producing highly technical systems like the specified laser and optical parametric amplifier. SMEs like Photonic Solutions, which possess specialised knowledge and innovative capabilities, are well-suited to compete for such contracts. Additionally, businesses involved in cutting-edge research equipment manufacturing can find growth potential by partnering with prestigious academic institutions like Heriot-Watt University, which are continually seeking advanced technology solutions for their research initiatives.

## Notice

Purchase of High Energy Ultrafast Laser System with Optical Parametric Amplifier for research purposes

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Following the publication of a voluntary ex ante transparency notice (VEAT) 794340 on the 25th March 2025. This is a contract award notice indicating that Heriot-Watt University is now in contract with Photonic Solutions for the purchase of the following equipment: Light Conversion industrial femtosecond laser system; integrated pulse picker, power supply and chiller; Max output power 20 W at 4 - 200 kHz, Tunable pulse duration 5 mJ at 1-4 kHz; Includes repetition-rate extension up to 1MHz. "CEP Ready" future-proof upgrade to the Laser amplifier to allow for future stabilisation of the carrier-envelope phase. Light Conversion Next-Generation Optical Parametric Amplifier - Continuous power monitoring and diagnostics, Up to 20 W, 5mJ pump, Fully integrated wavelength extensions, output stability Tuning Range: Signal: 1400-2000nm Idler: 2100-4200nm Following market research carried out by the academic research team, there are no other suppliers available in the market to supply this type of equipment in the form factor required. The principal purpose of the contract is to acquire goods in connection with research undertaken by the University.

### Procurement Information

Following the publication of a voluntary ex ante transparency notice (VEAT) 794340 on the 25th March 2025. This is a contract award notice indicating that Heriot-Watt University is now in contract with Photonic Solutions for the purchase of the following equipment:

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/013302-2025 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 7 Apr 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 25 Mar 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 | £379,428 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | HERIOT-WATT UNIVERSITY |
| Additional buyers | EUROPEAN UNION |
| 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 | 1 |
| Supplier names | PHOTONIC SOLUTIONS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 7 Apr 2025 at 09:20 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/013302-2025
- 25 Mar 2025 at 16:34 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011216-2025

## Notice URLs

- http://hw.ac.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000794340
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA00307

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