Tender

CR Tuneable Laser

NATIONAL PHYSICAL LABORATORY

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Tender

08 Oct 2024 at 15:06

Summary of the contracting process

The National Physical Laboratory (NPL) is soliciting bids for a Continuous Wave (CW) or quasi-CW tuneable laser system, essential for the UK’s primary standard in absolute radiant power measurement used within their cryogenic radiometer facility. This procurement, classified under the industry category "Laboratory, optical and precision equipment (excluding glasses)" (CPV code 38000000), operates under an open procedure and is currently in the tender stage. Bidders are invited to submit their proposals electronically by 7th November 2024, at 15:00 UTC. The contract is valued at £500,000 and includes a delivery location in Teddington, UK, with a contract period lasting 360 days.

This tender provides substantial opportunities for businesses specializing in the manufacturing or supply of high-precision laser systems and associated components, such as pump lasers and optical modules. Companies experienced in precision optical engineering or those looking to expand their footprint in the high-technology equipment sector will find this tender particularly beneficial. Participation in this procurement can lead to significant business growth, aligning with complex and high-value projects governed by the National Physical Laboratory, a body governed by public law dedicated to research. Firms capable of fulfilling the technical specifications and delivering within the stipulated timeframe are encouraged to engage.

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Notice Title

CR Tuneable Laser

Notice Description

The NPL requirement is for a Continuous Wave (CW) or quasi-CW tuneable laser system. This laser system is to be used as the source for our cryogenic radiometer facility, which is the UK's primary standard for absolute radiant power measurement. The laser system should comprise the laser source(s) and any additional components required to meet the full specification as stated in the tender documents. For example, such components may include pump lasers and additional optical mixing modules, monochromators or laser pulse slicers for wavelength control and wavemeters for wavelength monitoring. Where additional equipment is required to meet the full specification of the laser system, such items must be considered and included in the quotations. To express interest in this tender and to access the tender document please use the following URL: https://lupc.bravosolution.co.uk/web/login.shtml where you can Register (if not already Registered). Once Registered please search for 'ITT: itt_2502 - ITT_119239 - CR Tuneable Laser' to access the tender documents.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The NPL requirement is for a Continuous Wave (CW) or quasi-CW tuneable laser system. This laser system is to be used as the source for our cryogenic radiometer facility, which is the UK's primary standard for absolute radiant power measurement. The laser system should comprise the laser source(s) and any additional components required to meet the full specification as stated in the tender documents. For example, such components may include pump lasers and additional optical mixing modules, monochromators or laser pulse slicers for wavelength control and wavemeters for wavelength monitoring. Where additional equipment is required to meet the full specification of the laser system, such items must be considered and included in the quotations.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04a6d7
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/032296-2024
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
£500,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£500,000 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Oct 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
7 Nov 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
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
gary.phillips@npl.co.uk
Contact Phone
+44 2089773222

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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