Tender

Invitation To Tender - Nitrogen Vacancy Microscope

NATIONAL PHYSICAL LABORATORY

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Tender

18 Nov 2020 at 11:37

Tender Notice
Planning

13 Aug 2020 at 09:07

Planned Procurement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The National Physical Laboratory (NPL) is currently soliciting tenders for the "Invitation To Tender - Nitrogen Vacancy Microscope," aimed at acquiring a cryogen-free low-temperature and high magnetic field system for measuring various physical properties of materials and devices. This tender falls under the goods category, specifically laboratory, optical and precision equipment, and is based in Teddington, London. The procurement is in the active tender stage, with a submission deadline set for 7th December 2020. This is an open procurement procedure due to the project's extreme urgency, which allows bidders to submit proposals freely.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in advanced scientific instrumentation and measurement technologies, particularly those capable of delivering innovative cryogenic systems. Small to medium-sized enterprises with expertise in developing complex laboratory equipment would be particularly well-positioned to participate in this procurement, potentially benefiting from a long-term contract with a prestigious organisation such as the NPL, which is key to ensuring the UK remains at the forefront of physical science research and innovation.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Invitation To Tender - Nitrogen Vacancy Microscope

Notice Description

The National Physical Laboratory [NPL] requires a cryogen-free low-temperature and high magnetic field system capable for the measurements of multiple physical properties of materials and devices. It's automated of the various advanced expandable design combines many features in one instrument, including magnetic AC and DC magnetic susceptibility and electrical transport measurements as well as ferromagnetic resonance (FMR) spectroscopy, Raman spectroscopy and optical measurement, with no need for liquid cryogens (cryogen-free). The setup needs to be able to work in a wide range of magnetic fields and temperatures. 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-a85ed81d-886e-4555-835a-34b32734fe6b
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/302c489e-ba0a-498a-ae0b-23f3acc8a42b
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
18 Nov 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
7 Dec 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
13 Aug 2020Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
4 Jan 2021 - 31 Mar 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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