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Procurement of 8.5-Digit Reference Multimeters and Calibration Support Plans

NPL MANAGEMENT LIMITED

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15 Oct 2025 at 14:48

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the contract titled "Procurement of 8.5-Digit Reference Multimeters and Calibration Support Plans" was initiated by NPL Management Limited, a public undertaking located in Teddington, United Kingdom. This tender, focused on goods within the laboratory, optical, and precision equipment category, has been completed and awarded. Key components include the delivery of Fluke 8588A Reference Multimeters and associated calibration support plans, aimed at enhancing measurement capabilities in laboratory settings. The award was finalised on 15th October 2025, with the contract initially signed on 17th September 2025. The covered period extends until 11th December 2025, encapsulating both procurement stages of tender and award.

This procurement presents substantial business opportunities for suppliers specialising in laboratory and precision equipment, especially those capable of providing high-quality multimeters and calibration services. Fluke UK Ltd, a large-scale supplier, emerged as the successful supplier for this tender, marking the potential for growth for firms that can cater to the precise requirements stipulated by public institutions such as NPL Management Limited. Companies with expertise in delivering laboratory equipment and associated maintenance services could find similar opportunities beneficial for expanding their footprint within the public sector procurement landscape.

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Notice Title

Procurement of 8.5-Digit Reference Multimeters and Calibration Support Plans

Notice Description

Fluke 8588A Reference Multimeter with NULL Meter Option Quantity: 2 units Purpose: For ultra-precise voltage, current, and resistance measurements in a laboratory environment. SCP8588A-ACR Silver CarePlan with Accredited Calibration (ACRCAL) Quantity: 2 units Purpose: Provides extended warranty and accredited calibration services for the 8588A units.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05cd7c
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/065668-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - unknown
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

50 - Repair and maintenance services

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

50000000 - Repair and maintenance services

71000000 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£35,931 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Oct 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
16 Sep 20255 months ago
Contract Period
16 Sep 2025 - 11 Dec 2025 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NPL MANAGEMENT LIMITED
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
etenders@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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

FLUKE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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