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Prior Information Notice - Imaging System for Device Metrology

NATIONAL PHYSICAL LABORATORY

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11 Apr 2023 at 13:59

Planned Procurement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The National Physical Laboratory (NPL) has issued a Prior Information Notice for an upcoming procurement of an Imaging System for Device Metrology. The tender involves acquiring a microscope for imaging and dimensional measurements of microfabricated quantum devices. The equipment will be installed at Royal Holloway, University of London, inside the SuperFab cleanroom. The procurement process is currently in the planning stage, with a future notice date set for 11th April 2023. The contract period is from 1st June 2023 to 29th December 2023. The industry category is classified as Laboratory, optical and precision equipment. The procurement offers opportunities for SMEs and is based in London, United Kingdom.

This tender for an Imaging System for Device Metrology presents a lucrative opportunity for businesses specializing in laboratory, optical, and precision equipment. Companies providing microscopes and related software solutions suitable for cleanroom environments are particularly well-suited to compete. The National Physical Laboratory (NPL), as the buying organisation, prioritizes suppliers who can deliver the required imaging and measurement capabilities. The future notice date for this tender is 11th April 2023, with a contract period running from 1st June 2023 to 29th December 2023. SMEs are encouraged to participate in this procurement process, offering a chance for growth and collaboration in the field of metrology and quantum device imaging.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Prior Information Notice - Imaging System for Device Metrology

Notice Description

The National Physical Laboratory [NPL] requirement is for a microscope to be used for imaging and dimensional measurements of microfabricated quantum devices. The microscope will be installed inside the SuperFab cleanroom at Royal Holloway, University of London. The microscope will be used both for imaging throughout the fabrication process, and for measuring the dimensions of completed devices and features. Primarily, the microscope will be used with samples comprising thin-films (metals and dielectrics) deposited on silicon- or sapphire wafers. The equipment must be cleanroom compatible. The instrument must enable the device imaging based on the following 1) The complete system must comprise the microscope and any software needed to meet the specifications. 2) It must enable automatic large area "stitching" of images and include a motorised stage 3) The system with its software suite must be able to provide dimensional measurements, step height measurement, and area / volume measurements on all relevant materials. 4) The included software must be suitable for a multi-user environment. 5) Should preferably enable long working distances (>4mm) 6) Should be suitable for imaging of microfabricated 3D structures. 7) Please note that this RFQ does not specify the type of microscope. Both widefield optical microscopes and confocal microscopes will be considered if they meet the requirements. 8) 'As part of the evaluation process NPL will hold a demonstration stage with the top scoring 2 suppliers. Suppliers will have to demonstrate the capability of their proposed system by imaging a sample supplied by NPL. Additional information: Please note our tenders are published through Bravo Solutions therefore please ensure you are registered on their e-tendering portal - details below. All Tenderers 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

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-3de729ed-fca9-4576-90e6-681c1f672243
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ffca6709-9987-4de4-8eb6-ca734bde0e0a
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Planned Procurement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Not specified
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
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
11 Apr 20232 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
11 Apr 2023Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 May 2023 - 29 Dec 2023 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NATIONAL PHYSICAL LABORATORY
Contact Name
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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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