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Request for Quote for Low Noise Microwave Synthesizers

NATIONAL PHYSICAL LABORATORY

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15 Jul 2020 at 14:52

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Summary of the contracting process

The National Physical Laboratory (NPL) is currently conducting a procurement process for the acquisition of low noise microwave synthesizers, as outlined in their Request for Quote (RFQ) titled "Request for Quote for Low Noise Microwave Synthesizers". This procurement falls under the laboratory, optical, and precision equipment industry category and is located in Teddington, England. The procurement method employed is a direct single tender action, with a total estimated value of £92,780. The tender period concluded on 18th June 2020, while the contract is set to commence on 23rd July 2020 and will last until 31st December 2020.

This opportunity presents significant potential for suppliers, especially small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary community and social enterprises (VCSEs), looking to expand their business in the scientific and technological equipment sectors. Companies offering precision laboratory equipment and those with capabilities in microwave technology would be especially well-positioned to compete in this tender. Suppliers that can demonstrate proven experience and quality in delivering similar equipment will likely have an advantage, making this an attractive opportunity for businesses looking to collaborate with a leading research institution.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Request for Quote for Low Noise Microwave Synthesizers

Notice Description

Purpose and Scope of this RFQ The National Physical Laboratory [NPL] The National Physical Laboratory requires a low noise microwave frequency synthesizer to provide an interrogation microwave signal for a caesium fountain atomic clock. The synthesizer should phase lock to external reference source in RF range. Requirement is for 2 units. Additional information: 1. Instructions for Submitting an RFQ 1.1 "Authority" means the public sector contracting authority, or anyone acting on behalf of the contracting authority, that is seeking to invite suitable Suppliers to participate in this procurement process. 1.2 "You"/ "Your" or "Supplier" means the body completing these questions i.e. the legal entity seeking to be invited to the next stage of the procurement process and responsible for the information provided. The 'Supplier' is intended to cover any economic operator as defined by the Public Contract Regulations 2015 and could be a registered company; charitable organisation; Voluntary Community and Social Enterprise (VCSE); Special Purpose Vehicle; or other form of entity. 1.3 The Authority is using the LUPC Bravo e-Tendering portal to conduct the procurement process. All Suppliers must register their company via the LUPC Bravo Portal. This can be done via the following link https://lupc.bravosolution.co.uk/web/login.shtml Any issues surrounding access and functionality of the LUPC Bravo System must be directed to Bravo Helpdesk on +44 800 069 8630 or email help@bravosolution.co.uk Delays in response as a result of technical difficulties will not assure that extensions to the bid submission date will be given. Where there are further issues, which Bravo Solutions cannot resolve then the associated Buyer at NPL can be emailed at nina.heath@npl.co.uk or procurement@npl.co.uk All documentation and attachments provided by NPL will be available on Bravo. All communication and submission of RFQ documents must be uploaded and carried out via the Bravo e-Tendering Portal.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-33c14715-c720-4904-a772-ae4b1e187a52
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4ff04bee-96f8-4c84-ba28-d347e42857a3
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Single tender action (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large, SME

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
£92,780 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£92,780 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Jul 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
18 Jun 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 Jul 20205 years ago
Contract Period
12 Jul 2020 - 31 Oct 2020 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

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
Not specified
Local Authority
Richmond upon Thames
Electoral Ward
Teddington
Westminster Constituency
Twickenham

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SPECTRADYNAMICS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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