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RFQ: High-Range Optical Dew Point Hygrometer

NATIONAL PHYSICAL LABORATORY

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22 Jul 2024 at 11:50

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Summary of the contracting process

The National Physical Laboratory (NPL) seeks quotations for a High-Range Optical Dew Point Hygrometer, crucial for its Calibration & Measurement Capabilities (CMCs). The procurement is classified under the industry category of "Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)" and pertains to the delivery address in Teddington, London, United Kingdom. This tender is in the Tender stage, with the procurement process conducted via the LUPC Bravo e-Procurement portal. Key deadlines include a tender period ending on 5 August 2024 and a contract period from 26 August 2024 to 28 November 2025.

This tender offers excellent opportunities for businesses specialising in high-precision laboratory and optical equipment. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are especially encouraged to participate. Competitive quotations are sought, providing a chance to supply NPL with equipment vital for maintaining international standards in humidity measurement and calibration. Businesses with capabilities in producing highly accurate instrumentation can leverage this opportunity to enhance their portfolios and establish a significant relationship with a leading UK national laboratory.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

RFQ: High-Range Optical Dew Point Hygrometer

Notice Description

NPLs requirement is for a high-range hygrometer with the ability to measure up to +95 degC dew-point temperature with an accuracy of <= +-0.1 degC. The purpose is to give confidence to the humidity generated by NPL's primary standard generators. Allowing us to perform maintenance activities and ensuring our ability to deliver our stated international CMCs (Calibration & Measurement Capabilities), as well as enabling its use as a reference standard hygrometer for comparison calibrations. The setup needs to allow for two separate scenarios. In the first circumstance, the test gas will be supplied to the hygrometer inlet from an NPL primary standard generator at 105 kPa and be vented to atmospheric through a rotameter with a needle valve assembly for flow control. In the second circumstance, the hygrometer must have an internal pump that samples gas from a temperature and humidity chamber. Additional information: The Authority is using the LUPC Bravo e-Procurement portal to conduct the procurement process. All Suppliers must register their company via the LUPC Bravo Portal.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-a70b57e7-d390-44b9-95a2-8d84d31e04fc
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7c69290c-94c8-4c95-a2e0-77c35197d1af
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Competitive quotation (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
22 Jul 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
5 Aug 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
25 Aug 2024 - 28 Nov 2025 1-2 years
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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