Tender

Single Photon Detector

NPL MANAGEMENT LTD

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Tender

18 Nov 2016 at 20:17

Summary of the contracting process

NPL Management Ltd is seeking tenders for the provision of a superconducting single photon detector (SSPD) with associated time correlated single-photon counting (TCSPC) electronics. This open tender, classified under laboratory, optical and precision equipment, is specifically for a 2-channel, fibre-coupled fast, low dark count SSPD. The procurement process is currently at the tender stage, with the tender period closing on 30th June 2016. The contract period is set to commence on 8th July 2016 and will run until 8th July 2017, with an estimated contract value of £82,000 originating from Teddington, London.

This procurement presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the fields of optical and laboratory equipment, particularly those that specialise in high-tech electronics. Companies, especially small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), that can deliver innovative solutions in photon detection technologies would be well-suited to compete for this contract. Engaging in this tender could enhance their business growth, expand their capabilities, and establish them as key players in a niche market.

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Notice Title

Single Photon Detector

Notice Description

NPL wish to procure a 'superconducting single photon detector (SSPD) with time correlated single-photon counting (TCSPC) electronics'. The winning bid must be for the provision of a 2-channel, fibre coupled, fast, low dark count SSPD at c.810 +/- 10nm, with closed cycle cryo-refrigerator and TCSPC. This opportunity will be run a an open full tender procedure through the Due North Pro Contract e-procurement portal.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-b6761dda-adc9-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ed61aa51-7ec3-4478-8dcd-f20fc87ee3e2
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
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
£82,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Nov 20169 years ago
Submission Deadline
30 Jun 2016Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
7 Jul 2016 - 8 Jul 2017 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NPL MANAGEMENT LTD
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

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