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CfT: LA2513C- SETU- RFT for Quantum Key Distribution Platforms [2 Lots]

Workarea:
Laboratory Workarea
Name of Contracting Authority:
Education Procurement Service (EPS)
Title:
LA2513C- SETU- RFT for Quantum Key Distribution Platforms [2 Lots]
CfT CA Unique ID:
LA2513C
Evaluation Mechanism:
Most Economically Advantageous Tender (MEAT)
Description:
South East Technological University (SETU), request the supply of three Discrete Variable (DV) Quantum Key Distribution (QKD) platforms for use in the development of a national Quantum Communications Infrastructure, IrelandQCI. The vision of IrelandQCI is to build a national quantum communication network that will support an innovative quantum technology ecosystem that will enable and drive the transition from research-based experimental quantum systems and devices to commercialization-ready quantum communication products, solutions and services and lay the groundwork for International networks. This tender consists of 2 lots, tenderers can submit proposal for multiple or individual lots. Lot 1 O-Band QKD Platform, Qty X 1 Lot 2 C-Band QKD Platforms, Qty X 2 These Quantum Key Distribution Platforms will be used to create part of the national backbone network. Two types of QKD Platform are required, 1 (Lot 1) operating the telecommunications O-Band (~1310 nm) and the other two (Lot 2) operating in the telecommunications C-Band (~1550 nm). A Key Management System is also required with multi-vendor support (ETSI GS QKD 020) support highly desired. Lot 1 requires 1 x O-band platform that can be multiplexed with classical data in the C-band and will be primarily used in metropolitan areas on the shorter inter-city links. Lot 2 requires 2 x C-band platforms with a link budget of at least 30dB, to form part of the longer distance links. The new network will be made available for research purposes, as well as allowing Government, agencies, and companies to start building competence and capability in this key area and ultimately, to develop the skills to secure critical infrastructure, data assets, and encryption systems.
Procurement Type:
Supplies
Directive:
2014/24/EU (Classic)
Procedure:
Open
CfT Involves:
A Public Contract
CPV Codes:
38000000-Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)
32570000-Communications equipment
32412100-Telecommunications network
32571000-Communications infrastructure
32412000-Communications network
32510000-Wireless telecommunications system
32500000-Telecommunications equipment and supplies
32522000-Telecommunications equipment
32524000-Telecommunications system
50332000-Telecommunications-infrastructure maintenance services
Award per Item:
Yes
Inclusion of e-Auctions :
No
NUTS codes:
IE
Estimated value (EUR):
Awarded (CAN) value:
591,129.9
Above or Below threshold:
Above
Time-limit for receipt of tenders or requests to participate:
15/08/2023 14:00
Deadline for dispatching invitations:
End of clarification period:
04/08/2023 14:00
Tenders Opening Date:
15/08/2023 14:30
Allow suppliers to make an online Expression Of Interest:
Yes
Contract awarded in Lots:
Yes
Number Of Lots:
2
Lot Name(1)
O-Band QKD Platform, Qty X 1   Award per Item: Yes
Lot Name(2)
C-Band QKD Platforms, Qty X 2   Award per Item: Yes
Tenders For Lots:
All Lots
Contract duration in months or years, including any options and renewals:
36 months
Validity of Tender in days or months:
12 days
EU funding:
Yes
Multiple tenders will be accepted:
Yes
Date of Publication/Invitation:
16/07/2023 09:06
TED links for published notices:
https://ted.europa.eu/udl?uri=TED:NOTICE:22759-2024...
Date of Awarding:
10/01/2024 15:53
Language of publication:
EN
Number of openers:
Two