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ITT - Confocal Raman Microscope

NATIONAL PHYSICAL LABORATORY

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18 Oct 2021 at 21:45

Summary of the contracting process

The National Physical Laboratory (NPL) is currently inviting tenders for the procurement of a confocal Raman microscope, which is essential for characterising materials in electrochemical energy conversion and storage. This tender is categorised under laboratory, optical, and precision equipment with a total estimated value of £180,000. The procurement method is an open procedure, and the submission deadline for proposals is 17th November 2021. The contract period is set to commence from 12th November 2021 and will conclude on 11th November 2022. The delivery location specified is within the UK.

This opportunity is ideal for businesses specialising in precision laboratory equipment, particularly those with experience in manufacturing or supplying laser-based instruments. Companies that can demonstrate the capability to deliver products that ensure stable performance over extended measurement periods would be well-suited to compete. The requirement for a Class 1 laser product designation also opens avenues for firms focused on safety-certified optical technologies. Engaging with this procurement can help such businesses expand their portfolio and potentially establish a long-term relationship with a leading research organisation.

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Notice Title

ITT - Confocal Raman Microscope

Notice Description

NPL's requirement is for a confocal Raman microscope to be used primarily to characterise samples relevant to electrochemical energy conversion and storage. This includes performing measurements on materials contained within in situ electrochemical cells, with optical access achieved by means of a transparent window. Measurements will be performed for long durations (e.g. for several hours and in some cases intermittently over the course of several days), so the system must be stable enough to allow comparative measurements of these timescales. The microscope is to be located in a laboratory without access control or laser interlocks, so it is essential that the instrument is classified as a Class 1 laser product.

Lot Information

Lot 1

NPL's requirement is for a confocal Raman microscope to be used primarily to characterise samples relevant to electrochemical energy conversion and storage. This includes performing measurements on materials contained within in situ electrochemical cells, with optical access achieved by means of a transparent window. Measurements will be performed for long durations (e.g. for several hours and in some cases intermittently over the course of several days), so the system must be stable enough to allow comparative measurements of these timescales. The microscope is to be located in a laboratory without access control or laser interlocks, so it is essential that the instrument is classified as a Class 1 laser product.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-02ed19
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026028-2021
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
Not specified
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
£180,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Oct 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
17 Nov 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
12 Nov 2021 - 11 Nov 2022 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NATIONAL PHYSICAL LABORATORY
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
charley.choules@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
Not specified

Local Authority
Richmond upon Thames
Electoral Ward
Teddington
Westminster Constituency
Twickenham

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