Tenders/Superconducting single photon detector

Superconducting single photon detector

Stockholms universitet

Published: Aug 27, 2026

Updated: Aug 31, 2026

Source: TED - Tenders Electronic Daily (EU)

About This Opportunity

This is a supplies contract in the Research sector, with a focus on R&D equipment. Located in Sweden, Europe, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums.

Published through TED - Tenders Electronic Daily (EU), a national government procurement portal. Public procurement tenders follow the country's national bidding regulations and may have specific eligibility and documentation requirements for the supply of goods in the Research sector. Supply contracts typically require bidders to demonstrate product compliance with technical specifications, delivery capacity, and relevant certifications. Interested parties should review the full documentation on the original source before submitting their proposal.

Description

This tender, originating from Sweden, is for the procurement of superconducting single-photon detectors. The contracting authority is seeking highly sensitive and specialized scientific equipment capable of detecting individual photons. These detectors are typically used in advanced research applications, such as quantum optics, quantum information processing, and fundamental physics experiments. Bidders are expected to provide detectors with specific performance characteristics, including high quantum efficiency, low dark count rate, precise timing resolution, and broad spectral response. The tender may specify the operating wavelength range, required cooling mechanisms (e.g., cryostats), and interface requirements for data acquisition systems. Suppliers should demonstrate expertise in the fabrication and characterization of such advanced detectors, providing detailed technical specifications, performance data, and calibration certificates. Installation, initial setup, and technical support during the integration phase into the research environment are likely to be included. Compliance with relevant safety standards and export control regulations will also be necessary. The evaluation criteria will heavily weigh technical performance, reliability, and supplier expertise.

Data provenance

This notice is sourced from TED - Tenders Electronic Daily (EU) and was originally published on August 27, 2026. Last refreshed 24 days ago. BidsFactory mirrors official procurement notices and links back to the source for full legal text.

About Stockholms universitet

Stockholms universitet has issued 36 procurement notices on BidsFactory, including 2 currently open and 15 awarded contracts. Activity concentrates in General Supplies & Services, Research & Innovation, and Architecture & Engineering Services. All notices are published for Sweden. Notices are distributed via TED - Tenders Electronic Daily (EU). Most recent publication: September 24, 2026.

Frequently asked questions about this tender

Who is the contracting authority?

This notice was issued by Stockholms universitet in Sweden. The authority is responsible for evaluating bids, awarding the contract, and managing performance.

What type of contract is this?

This is a Supplies contract in the Research & Innovation sector. The classification helps bidders match the opportunity to their qualifications and registered scope of supply.

Where will the contract be performed?

The contract is for delivery in Sweden. Foreign bidders should review local registration, taxation, and any in-country presence requirements before submitting.

How can I submit a bid?

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