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Procurement of Inert Transfer Module

NPL MANAGEMENT LIMITED

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23 Oct 2025 at 10:27

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by NPL Management Limited, a public undertaking based at the National Physical Laboratory in Teddington, United Kingdom, involved the acquisition of an Inert Transfer Module to complement Scanning Electron Microscopes (SEM). This falls under the industry categories of laboratory, optical, and precision equipment, as well as repair, maintenance, installation, and training services. The process, tagged under award and contract stages, has been completed as of 23 October 2025. The contract, valued at £35,112 gross, started on 25 September 2025 and will conclude on 26 November 2025, having been awarded to ISS Group Services Ltd, an SME located in Manchester.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in laboratory and precision equipment supply, particularly those offering integrated installation and training services. Companies with expertise in enhancing SEM functionality and providing comprehensive post-installation support, possibly benefiting from the optional warranty extensions and various product upgrades, would find this procurement process particularly beneficial. The engagement of ISS Group Services Ltd underlines the potential for SMEs in securing contracts that demand technical proficiency and dedicated service provision.

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Notice Title

Procurement of Inert Transfer Module

Notice Description

Supply, Installation, and Optional Warranty Extension of SEM-Compatible Transfer Module System This contract covers the provision of a Transfer Module (Part No. MH.TR) designed for integration with Scanning Electron Microscopes (SEM), including essential mounting and control components. The scope includes on-site installation and training by a certified technician, with optional upgrades such as specimen elevation modules, angled adapter plates, and extended warranty coverage.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05d246
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/067740-2025
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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

50 - Repair and maintenance services

51 - Installation services (except software)

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

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

50000000 - Repair and maintenance services

51000000 - Installation services (except software)

80000000 - Education and training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£29,260 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Oct 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
24 Sep 20255 months ago
Contract Period
24 Sep 2025 - 26 Nov 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

ISS GROUP SERVICES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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