Titanium Sapphire Femtosecond Laser System

The project requires a Titanium Sapphire Femtosecond Laser System capable of providing stable output for the generation of high harmonics at 1 kHz repetition rates. The output should be split between two separately controllable compressors with the power going to each being continuously tuneable. The costs should also include installation, operation and support for at least the minimum 3 years duration of the project.

The University requires a Titanium Sapphire Femtosecond Laser System capable of providing stable output for the generation of high harmonics at 1 kHz repetition rates. The output should be split between two separately controllable compressors with the power going to each being continuously tuneable. The costs should also include installation, operation and support for at least the minimum 3 years duration of the project.

The University is conducting this procurement using the Open procedure in accordance with the requirements of the Regulations for the purpose of procuring the goods described in the Specification. The University proposes to enter into a contract for up to 5 years and 3 months with the successful Tenderer.

This will comprise of an estimated delivery lead time of up to 3 months, followed by a 3-year warranty period and an optional 2-year extension to the warranty that can be used at the University's discretion. Should the estimated delivery date be exceeded, the contract length will be extended and the initial 3-year warranty period will begin upon the delivery and acceptance of the goods. The contract will be effective upon signing.

The estimated value of the proposal is £335,000.00 GBP excluding VAT. Whilst bidders are expected to provide a proposal that falls within this budget, for the benefit of doubt, the University reserves the right to automatically exclude any bidders whose proposal exceeds this figure. All related components, delivery, installation, commissioning, training and warranties MUST be included within the proposal. Details of current expenditure or potential future uptake are given as a guide based on past purchasing and current planning to assist you in the preparation of your Tender. They should not be interpreted as an undertaking to purchase any goods or services to any particular value and do not form part of the Contract. Additional information: This contract is NOT suitable for splitting into lots. The risk of dividing the requirement into Lots would render the execution of the contract excessively technically difficult, not cost effective and would undermine proper execution of the Contract.