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Invitation To Tender Upgrade of SNSPD System

NATIONAL PHYSICAL LABORATORY

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15 Nov 2018 at 12:47

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The National Physical Laboratory (NPL) is currently conducting an open procurement process for an Invitation to Tender for the upgrade of its existing SNSPD system, which is vital for quantum photonics metrology. The tender is classified under the category of laboratory, optical and precision equipment, and is set to close on 17th December 2018. The upgrade is expected to facilitate the capability to add additional detectors in the future while ensuring compatibility with high-speed quantum key distribution system testing. The project will take place in Teddington, London, with the contract start date anticipated for 30th January 2019.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the fields of quantum technology, photonics, and laboratory equipment manufacturing. Companies that specialise in high-tech equipment design and production, particularly those with a focus on detectors and quantum systems, would be particularly well-suited to compete for this contract. Furthermore, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to apply, as NPL is keen to engage with a diverse range of suppliers to drive innovation in this cutting-edge industry.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Invitation To Tender Upgrade of SNSPD System

Notice Description

The National Physical Laboratory [NPL] requirement is to upgrade its existing SNSPD system which is used for quantum photonics metrology. The upgrade will make use of NPL's existing cryostat, and provide 4 detectors to cover the spectral range from 600 nm to 950 nm (the spectral region where single-photon emission from NV- centres, 2D materials and quantum dots occur), plus 4 detectors to cover the 1310 nm - 1550 nm telecom bands (important for quantum communications and single-photon emission). NPL wishes be able to add up to 8 detectors at a later date; the upgrade shall provide the electrical feedthroughs required for these detectors, and not preclude (e.g. by limiting space) the addition of these detectors. Testing of high-speed QKD systems requires detectors with low jitter, as well as low after-pulsing and dark-count rates and high detection efficiency. Low jitter and high detection efficiency is also essential to characterise prospective single- and entangled-photon sources. 4 channels are required for 4-fold coincidence measurements to determine photon-number statistics. Additional information: Please ensure that you register on Bravo Solutions (link below) to obtain the documents and submit your interest / intention to bid. https://lupc.bravosolution.co.uk/web/login.shtml

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-4ad12d54-151f-4a72-bec2-4f0411fed826
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/77b439c8-5e24-4bc3-b8c5-814b0479aa2d
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (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
15 Nov 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
17 Dec 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Jan 2019 - 30 Jan 2019 24 hours
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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