Tender

Invitation To Tender - Dilution Refrigerator

NATIONAL PHYSICAL LABORATORY

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Tender

18 Nov 2021 at 21:13

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The National Physical Laboratory (NPL) is currently conducting a procurement process for a "Dilution Refrigerator" intended for cryogenic measurement in quantum devices testing. This procurement falls within the laboratory equipment sector, specifically classified under CPV code 38000000. The tender process is at the active stage, with submissions closing on 10 January 2022. The equipment will be installed at NPL's Advanced Quantum Metrology Lab located in Teddington, London, and the procurement method is an open procedure above threshold, utilising the LUPC Bravo e-tender portal for submissions.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the manufacturing and supply of laboratory equipment, particularly those specialising in cryogenic technology and quantum device systems. Companies with the capability to assemble and install precision scientific instruments, as well as manage complex systems like gas handling and automated monitoring, will find this tender particularly suited to their offerings. As the NPL is seeking SMEs, smaller enterprises with innovative solutions in the relevant fields may also have a competitive advantage in this procurement process.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Invitation To Tender - Dilution Refrigerator

Notice Description

The National Physical Laboratory [NPL] requirement is for a cryogenic measurement platform for the purposes of quantum devices testing. Devices under test will typically be semiconductor or superconductor nanodevices, for instance functioning as prototype quantum bits, quantum sensors, or quantum electrical standards. The required temperatures and continuous run time required dictate that this must be a 'dry' dilution fridge system with base temperature <30 mK and with the sample under vacuum. This will feature a gas handling unit and pumping system with control software for automated cooldown and remote monitoring. We have several systems like this from various manufacturers and have extensive experience with this technology. This particular unit will be installed into a screened room in a newly refurbished/extended metrology lab, the Advanced Quantum Metrology Lab (AQML). This imposes some constraints on the geometry of the fridge installation and the location of external pumps and compressors, including the requirements to run all electrical and gas lines to the fridge via the metal bulkhead of the shielded room. Additional information: The Authority is using the LUPC Bravo e-tender portal to conduct the procurement process. All Bidders 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

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-d1eac552-8876-4b0b-a186-3bee9b5fa6da
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/85120edd-b77b-46ef-81f6-482ad1461ecb
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 (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 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
10 Jan 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
28 Feb 2022 - 1 Nov 2024 2-3 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
Bronwyn
Contact Email
bronwyn.glossop@npl.co.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

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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