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DSIT NMS - NPL Energy and Environment

Department for Science, Innovation & Technology

This public procurement record has 6 releases in its history.

ContractAmendment

03 Jul 2026 at 12:55

UK10 - Contract Change Notice
ContractAmendment

02 Jul 2026 at 17:24

UK10 - Contract Change Notice
Award

15 Apr 2026 at 11:59

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
AwardUpdate

09 Feb 2026 at 11:03

UK6 - Contract Award Notice
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19 May 2025 at 13:31

UK6 - Contract Award Notice
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12 May 2025 at 12:45

UK5 - Transparency Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Science, Innovation & Technology (DSIT) based in London, has recently amended a contract under the National Measurement System (NMS) programme titled "DSIT NMS - NPL Energy and Environment". This programme is vital for maintaining the UK's metrology infrastructure and is executed under a direct award procurement method due to an absence of competition. The latest amendment on 3rd July 2026, extends the phase 1 contract to ensure contractual coverage while final arrangements for phase 2 are completed. The contract was valued at £204,320,352 gross and is scheduled to run until 30th September 2026.

This procurement presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in laboratory services, particularly those with capabilities in high-precision measurement and emerging technologies. The focus on metrology to support areas such as the digital economy, environmental sustainability, and national security highlights the long-term demand for robust scientific and technological solutions. Organisations with expertise in delivering complex, high-standard projects in these domains may find a niche in future iterations of the NMS programme as the DSIT continues to engage the market for potential suppliers.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

DSIT NMS - NPL Energy and Environment

Notice Description

DSIT conducted National Measurement System (NMS) Programme market engagement activities from 20th August 2025 to 31st March 2026 during which no alternative suppliers expressed an interest in delivering one of the proposed 9 separate NMS programmes in their entirety. DSIT therefore took the decision to retain the existing, aggregated contract structure of NMS for the multi-year period from 1st April 2026 onwards, in order to drive operational efficiencies, reduce administrative overheads, and create additional capacity with which to address wider business needs. Future NMS Programme iterations will conduct similar market engagement opportunities to explore the market's appetite to deliver all, or some, of the NMS programmes.

Procurement Information

This notice is to inform the market of the details of a number of contracts that will be made in relation to the National Measurement System (NMS). The NMS is the system of laboratories and capabilities that underpin the UK's metrology. The NMS provides the UK with an infrastructure of laboratories that deliver world-class measurement science and technology and provide traceable and increasingly accurate standards of measurement. The National Physical Laboratory (NPL) and the National Engineering Laboratory (TUV-NEL) develop and maintain measurement standards that support high-precision manufacturing processes. This ensures that UK manufacturers can produce high-quality products that meet international standards. The NMS labs support the digital economy by developing measurement techniques for emerging technologies such as quantum computing, artificial intelligence, and the Internet of Things (IoT), helping the UK stay at the forefront of technological innovation. Metrology labs contribute to environmental sustainability by providing accurate measurements for monitoring air and water quality, greenhouse gas emissions, and energy efficiency. This supports the UK's efforts to transition to clean energy sources and mitigate climate change. The National Measurement Laboratory (NML) at LGC and other labs ensure the accuracy of measurements in healthcare, such as those used in medical diagnostics and pharmaceuticals. This helps improve public health outcomes and supports the development of new medical technologies. The NMS enhances national security by developing measurement standards for critical infrastructure, cybersecurity, and emergency response. This ensures that the UK can effectively respond to and recover from various threats. The extensive scientific and technical infrastructure, expertise, and resources necessary to provide these services mean that there is an absence of competition from other providers. These contracts are therefore awarded directly. The works, supplies or services can be provided only by a particular economic operator for the following reason: absence of competition for technical reasons

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0510d2
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/062772-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK10 - Contract Change Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

71900000 - Laboratory services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£113,215,548 £100M-£1B
Contracts Value
£170,266,960 £100M-£1B

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Jul 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 May 20251 years ago
Contract Period
3 Jul 2026 - 30 Sep 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active, Pending
Contracts Status
Active

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Department for Science, Innovation & Technology
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2EG
Postcode Area
South West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

National Physical Laboratory

Further Information

Notice Documents

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