Tender

Invitation To Tender - Nitrogen Vacancy Microscope

NATIONAL PHYSICAL LABORATORY

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Tender

13 Nov 2020 at 15:34

Tender Notice
Planning

13 Aug 2020 at 08:56

Planned Procurement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The National Physical Laboratory (NPL) is currently conducting an open tender for the supply of a Nitrogen Vacancy (NV) scanning probe microscope. This procurement falls under the industry category of laboratory, optical and precision equipment and is taking place in Teddington, London, United Kingdom. The tender was published on 13 November 2020 and will remain open until 7 December 2020. The successful contract period is set to commence on 21 December 2020 and conclude on 5 April 2021. Interested parties must register on the LUPC Bravo e-Tendering portal to participate in this procurement process.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in advanced laboratory equipment, particularly those with capabilities in quantum technology and precision instrumentation. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, especially those with experience in developing or supplying similar scanning systems. With a focus on cutting-edge technology, this contract opens avenues for innovation and development in the field of quantum measurement solutions.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Invitation To Tender - Nitrogen Vacancy Microscope

Notice Description

The National Physical Laboratory [NPL] require a Nitrogen Vacancy (NV) scanning probe microscope (SPM) system operating on quantum principles and with the ability to spatially resolve micro-Tesla magnetic fields with nanometre precision. The equipment has to include a scanning stage system with capabilities comparable to commercial AFM systems (i.e. scanning range, noise/drift performance). The system will also be able to perform a range of NV imaging modes: quenched mode scanning, quantitative field scanning and as such will include all the necessary optics, laser sources and microwave electronics to be able to do so. Additional information: 1.3 The Authority is using the LUPC Bravo e-Tendering portal to conduct the procurement process. 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-b5fd17-4442214c-ccfa-4165-8b7c-a4adb92ad415
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/77afd64b-b3b6-4cc9-bb31-3d8050d29d40
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above 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
13 Nov 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
7 Dec 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
13 Aug 2020Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
21 Dec 2020 - 5 Apr 2021 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
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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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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