Tender

FMCW Autonomous Vehicle Lidar

NATIONAL PHYSICAL LABORATORY

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Tender

17 Sep 2021 at 16:00

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The National Physical Laboratory is currently conducting an open tender for the procurement of a frequency-modulated continuous wave (FMCW) autonomous vehicle lidar, aimed at studying the performance degradation of autonomous vehicle sensors in various weather conditions. The tender was published on 17th September 2021, with a submission deadline set for 5th October 2021. The contract is classified under goods, specifically in the category of laboratory, optical, and precision equipment. The contract period is expected to commence on 25th October 2021 and conclude by 31st December 2021, with delivery addresses located in London, United Kingdom.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the field of optical and precision equipment, particularly those with capabilities in manufacturing robust and weatherproof instruments. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as this procurement aims to engage with a diverse range of suppliers. Companies that specialise in advanced sensor technologies and autonomous systems would be particularly well-suited to compete for this contract, which can support their growth within the burgeoning autonomous vehicle industry.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

FMCW Autonomous Vehicle Lidar

Notice Description

The National Physical Laboratory wishes to procure a frequency-modulated continuous wave (FMCW) autonomous vehicle lidar as part of a study into autonomous vehicle sensor performance degradation caused by weather. The instrument's targets will be placed at varying distances up to 240m away. The instrument must be robust, weatherproof (IP65-rated or above) and transportable. Participation is via the London Universities eSourcing Portal. Participants must provide qualification information.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-bed68648-123a-4071-882f-451abd2d8820
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4b6d2c84-d73e-4e21-862c-571fc93004d4
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
17 Sep 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
5 Oct 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
24 Oct 2021 - 31 Dec 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

Notice URLs

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