---
title: "Two-cavity pulsed Nd:YAG laser system for the Clean Combustion Lab"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000509056"
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source: "Public Contracts Scotland"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH"
published: "2017-08-22"
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# Two-cavity pulsed Nd:YAG laser system for the Clean Combustion Lab

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000509056

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## Summary

The University of Edinburgh has completed a procurement process for a "Two-cavity pulsed Nd:YAG laser system for the Clean Combustion Lab," primarily within the education sector. This procurement initiative, categorised under goods, utilised an open procedure and covers the period from May 2017 to April 2018, with a potential extension of four years for warranty support. The contract was signed on 26 June 2017, and the laser system, valued at £74,300, is intended for high-efficiency engine research and advancements in bio-fuel production and pharmaceuticals at their Edinburgh location.

This tender represents a promising opportunity for companies specialising in scientific and technological equipment, particularly those with expertise in laser technology and related applications. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the R&D and educational equipment sectors may find this procurement particularly relevant, given the University of Edinburgh's focus on societal-impact research and innovation. Engaging with such initiatives can help professionals expand their market presence and foster collaborations in advanced educational and research projects.

## Notice

Tender for a two-cavity pulsed Nd:YAG laser system. This Framework Agreement covers the period from May 2017 to April 2018 with the option to extend for a period of 4 years to cover warranty.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The laser will be used primarily for article image velocimetry, laser induced fluorescence, Raman scattering, and laser induce thermal acoustics. It will be used for research of high efficiency engines (for reduced greenhouse gas emissions), new methods of production of bio-fuels, and new methods for pharmaceuticals - all topics of high societal importance.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG293158 |
| Notice type | PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 22 Aug 2017 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 26 Jun 2017 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £74,300 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH |
| Locality | EDINBURGH |
| Post town | Edinburgh |
| Postcode | EH1 1HT |
| 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 | City Centre |
| Westminster constituency | Edinburgh East and Musselburgh |
| Delivery location | TLM75 City of Edinburgh |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | PHOTONIC SOLUTIONS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

### Codes

- 90700000 - Environmental services

## Release History

- 22 Aug 2017 at 00:00 - Award - PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG293158

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG293158
  Two-cavity pulsed Nd:YAG laser system for the Clean Combustion Lab - Tender for a two-cavity pulsed Nd:YAG laser system. This Framework Agreement covers the period from May 2017 to April 2018 with the option to extend for a period of 4 years to cover warranty.

## Notice URLs

- http://
- http://www.ed.ac.uk/schools-departments/procurement/supplying
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000509056

## Provenance

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