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Awarded ITT - Confocal Raman Microscope

NATIONAL PHYSICAL LABORATORY

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20 Dec 2021 at 15:56

Award Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The National Physical Laboratory has awarded a contract for a confocal Raman microscope, aimed at characterising samples pertinent to electrochemical energy conversion and storage. This procurement falls under the 'Laboratory, optical and precision equipment' category and was conducted through an open procedure. The tender period concluded on 17th November 2021, with the award officially published on 20th December 2021. The contract spans from 20th December 2021 to 20th December 2022, with a total value of £154,738.

This opportunity could foster significant growth for SMEs within the optical and laboratory equipment sectors, particularly those specialising in advanced imaging technologies. Businesses with expertise in manufacturing similar precision instruments or those that can ensure compliance with safety classifications, such as Class 1 laser products, would be well-positioned to engage in future tenders of this nature. The focus on stability and measurement capacity makes this a niche opportunity, targeting firms capable of delivering high-quality laboratory equipment solutions.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Awarded ITT - Confocal Raman Microscope

Notice Description

NPL's requirement is for a confocal Raman microscope to be used primarily to characterise samples relevant to electrochemical energy conversion and storage. This includes performing measurements on materials contained within in situ electrochemical cells, with optical access achieved by means of a transparent window. Measurements will be performed for long durations (e.g. for several hours and in some cases intermittently over the course of several days), so the system must be stable enough to allow comparative measurements of these timescales. The microscope is to be located in a laboratory without access control or laser interlocks, so it is essential that the instrument is classified as a Class 1 laser product.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-43127ff8-5384-4b10-8ca3-c21d966e82ae
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/99e0d4c1-d6f6-4621-a1b5-e9e987a1b972
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

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
£154,738 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Dec 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
17 Nov 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
9 Dec 20214 years ago
Contract Period
20 Dec 2021 - 20 Dec 2022 1-2 years
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
TLI London
Local Authority
Richmond upon Thames
Electoral Ward
Teddington
Westminster Constituency
Twickenham

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

RENISHAW

Further Information

Notice Documents

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