---
title: "Coherent transmitter and coherent receiver"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-069153"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "ASTON UNIVERSITY"
published: "2026-05-05"
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# Coherent transmitter and coherent receiver

Buyer: ASTON UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-069153

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## Summary

The public procurement process conducted by Aston University involves the purchase of a Coherent O-band Transmission Platform aimed at enhancing Next-Generation AI and Data-Centre Networks. This tender falls under the industry category of "goods," specifically involving laboratory, optical, and precision equipment. Located in Birmingham, UK, the process has reached the award stage, with Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft zur Foerderung der angewandten Forschung e.V. as the awarded supplier. The procurement method was direct, classified as 'below threshold without competition,' and all related contractual activities were finalised on 30th April 2026, with a contract period from 1st May 2026 to 30th April 2027. The gross value of this contract amounts to €210,000.

This tender presents substantial growth opportunities for businesses specialising in advanced optical technology and precision equipment, particularly those with capabilities in supporting AI and data centre infrastructure. Companies that can offer specialised solutions in laboratory and precision equipment are well-suited to participate in similar future procurements by sub-central government authorities like Aston University. With a focus on high-value, high-tech deliveries, competing in such tenders can significantly enhance a company's market presence and credibility within the advanced research and technology sectors.

## Notice

Purchase of Coherent O-band Transmission Platform for Next-Generation AI and Data-Centre Networks

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/041008-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 5 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 29 Apr 2026 |
| Contract period | 30 Apr 2026 - 30 Apr 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £210,000 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | ASTON UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | BIRMINGHAM |
| Post town | Birmingham |
| Postcode | B4 7ET |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG31 Birmingham |
| Local authority | Birmingham |
| Electoral ward | Nechells |
| Westminster constituency | Birmingham Ladywood |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | FRAUNHOFER-GESELLSCHAFT ZUR FOERDERUNG DER ANGEWANDTEN FORSCHUNG |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 5 May 2026 at 12:25 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/041008-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/041008-2026
  5th May 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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