Tender

RFQ - Low-temperature Dilatometer

NATIONAL PHYSICAL LABORATORY

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Tender

10 Nov 2021 at 15:21

Summary of the contracting process

The National Physical Laboratory (NPL) is currently seeking suppliers for a limited tender titled "RFQ - Low-temperature Dilatometer." This procurement falls under the industry category of laboratory, optical, and precision equipment (excluding glasses). Located in Teddington, London, the tender is set to conclude on 24th November 2021, with the project expected to commence on 8th December 2021 and continue for one year. This opportunity seeks to enhance NPL's measurement capabilities by procuring a modern device for thermal expansion measurement, specifically designed to operate at temperatures from below -150 °C to above 200 °C. Interested businesses must register on Bravo Solutions to access relevant documents and submit their bids.

This tender presents a significant growth opportunity for businesses specialising in the manufacturing and supply of precision laboratory equipment. Particularly well-suited are small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that can offer innovative solutions in temperature measurement technology. By participating in this procurement, businesses can not only aim for a contract with a prestigious institution like NPL but also position themselves to be part of advancements in measurement capabilities, potentially leading to further contracts within the scientific and engineering sectors.

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Notice Title

RFQ - Low-temperature Dilatometer

Notice Description

The National Physical Laboratory [NPL] requirement is for a device to facilitate the measurement of thermal expansion at low temperatures. The apparatus should be a vertical system for the use over a temperature range to less than -150 degC to greater than 200 degC. The purpose is to update the NPL measurement capability from its current legacy system to a new modern design and implementation. Additional information: Please do not contact the person listed on this notice. Documents can only be obtained through Bravo Solutions.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-03460da5-48c9-421d-9487-f634c26c2df5
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c7f8ae6a-5b4a-4dbb-8a83-42a3d78b194d
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Competitive quotation (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Nov 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
24 Nov 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
8 Dec 2021 - 8 Dec 2022 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NATIONAL PHYSICAL LABORATORY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
TEDDINGTON
Postcode
TW11 0LW
Post Town
Twickenham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI7 Outer London - West and North West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI75 Hounslow and Richmond upon Thames
Delivery Location
TLI London

Local Authority
Richmond upon Thames
Electoral Ward
Teddington
Westminster Constituency
Twickenham

Further Information

Notice Documents

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