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Provision of a High-Precision Laser Micromachining Platform

University of South Wales

Buyer Contact Info

Buyer Name: University of South Wales

Buyer Address: University of South Wales,, Pontypridd, UKL15, CF37 1DL, United Kingdom

Contact Email: gemma.selway1@southwales.ac.uk

Status
active
Procedure
open
Value
103750.0 GBP
Gross: 124500 GBP
Published
05 Feb 2026, 16:43
Deadline
19 Feb 2026, 12:00
Contract Start
n/a
Contract End
n/a
Category
goods
CPV
38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)
Region
n/a
Awarded To
n/a
Official Source
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Description

The University of South Wales (USW) seeks to procure a high‑precision laser micromachining platform to enhance its research capabilities in engineering, photonics, optoelectronics, advanced materials, sustainable manufacturing, and environmental sensing. The solution must include the full micromachining system - laser source, beam delivery and control optics, software, integrated safety systems, installation, commissioning, and comprehensive user training. It must be suitable for use in a shared academic research environment.

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Opportunity Context

More Information Links

External Link: https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/010696-2026

Link Description: Tender notice on Find a Tender

Lots

Lot 1 Status: active

Lot 1 Value: GBP 103,750

Lot 1 Value (Gross): GBP 124,500

Lot 1 Contract Start: 2026-03-31T00:00:00+01:00

Lot 1 Contract End: 2026-03-31T23:59:59+01:00

Lot 1 SME Suitable: Yes

Lot 1 Award Criterion (quality): Quality (75%)

Lot 1 Award Criterion (price): Price (25%)

Documents

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