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title: "PURCH2998 Provision of a Continuous Wave CO2 Laser System"
ocid: "ocds-r6ebe6-0000840446"
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buyer: "University of Glasgow"
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# PURCH2998 Provision of a Continuous Wave CO2 Laser System

Buyer: University of Glasgow  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-r6ebe6-0000840446

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## Summary

The University of Glasgow is buying a continuous-wave carbon dioxide (CO2) laser system for its Institute for Gravitational Research. The system must support the development of next-generation, room-temperature fused-silica mirror suspension technology for third-generation gravitational-wave observatories. This work is intended to help extend the range of gravitational astronomy. The purchase is for goods, specifically specialised laser equipment, classified under CPV 38636110. Delivery and use will be in Glasgow. The requirement covers one laser system, with the technical specification and further requirements set out in the invitation to tender and associated procurement documents. The University of Glasgow is the buying organisation.

The procurement reached tender: the University invited offers through an open procedure, with electronic submission required in English. The tender deadline and bid opening were set for 8 September 2026 at 12:00 UTC, with award activity scheduled to start at that time. The contract period is 360 days. The supplier must hold product liability insurance of at least £1 million per claim or series of claims, public liability insurance of at least £5 million, and employers’ liability insurance of at least £5 million. Bidders must provide three years of accounts showing annual turnover of at least £124,000. Only compliant bids are permitted; variants are not allowed. Electronic payment and ordering will be used, with electronic invoicing allowed.

This opportunity suits specialist laser manufacturers, scientific equipment suppliers and systems integrators able to provide and support a high-power continuous-wave CO2 laser for advanced research. Suppliers should be capable of meeting a demanding technical specification and delivering equipment suitable for gravitational-wave observatory development, with the engineering, testing and technical support expertise to serve a university research environment. The requirement is suited to established businesses with sufficient financial resilience, relevant product liability cover and the operational capacity to fulfil a roughly year-long supply contract. Bidders should also be prepared to demonstrate meaningful community benefits, such as employment, training, workforce development, supply-chain opportunities for smaller firms, or educational engagement with schools, colleges and universities.

## Notice

PURCH2998 Provision of a Continuous Wave CO2 Laser System Tender documents available from Public Contracts Scotland. Tender returns should be submitted via Public Contracts Scotland, no paper copies will be accepted. Should paper tenders be submitted, they will be rejected. Further to this any questions or communications regarding individual tender exercises must be sent via the Public Contracts Scotland Portal. Tender queries received through any other channel will not be answered. Should users of Public Contracts Scotland have any problems with the web site they should contact website Support Desk, contact details can be found by following the 'Contact Us' option on the left hand menu at http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/default.aspx

### Lot Information

Lot 1

PURCH2998 Provision of a Continuous Wave CO2 Laser System The Institute for Gravitational Research requires a continuous wave CO2 laser system with a minimum average output power of 400 W for the development of next generation room temperature fused silica mirror suspension technology for 3rd generation gravitational-wave observatory infrastructures. These astronomical instruments will extend the range of gravitational astronomy by at least an order of magnitude. Please refer to the PURCH2998 - Invitation to Tender Goods or Services document for additional information and specification.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Public Contracts Scotland |
| Latest notice | https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG562545 |
| Notice type | PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 18 Aug 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 8 Sep 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | University of Glasgow |
| Locality | GLASGOW |
| Postcode area | Glasgow |
| Postcode | G12 8QQ |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM3 West Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM32 Glasgow City |
| Local authority | Glasgow City |
| Electoral ward | Hillhead |
| Westminster constituency | Glasgow North |
| Delivery location | TLM82 Glasgow City |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38636110 - Industrial lasers

## Release History

- 18 Aug 2026 at 01:00 - Tender - PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice - https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG562545

## Documents

- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG562545
  PURCH2998 Provision of a Continuous Wave CO2 Laser System - PURCH2998 Provision of a Continuous Wave CO2 Laser System Tender documents available from Public Contracts Scotland. Tender returns should be submitted via Public Contracts Scotland, no paper copies will be accepted. Should paper tenders be submitted, they will be rejected. Further to this any questions or communications regarding individual tender exercises must be sent via the Public Contracts Scotland Portal. Tender queries received through any other channel will not be answered. Should users of Public Contracts Scotland have any problems with the web site they should contact website Support Desk, contact details can be found by following the 'Contact Us' option on the left hand menu at http://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/default.aspx

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