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Fiducial Reference measurement for Vegetation

NPL MANAGEMENT LIMITED

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07 Nov 2025 at 11:10

Summary of the contracting process

NPL Management Limited, a public undertaking based in Teddington, UK, has completed a procurement process for the project titled "Fiducial Reference measurement for Vegetation". The aim of this tender was to procure a precision-engineered THEMIS target system essential for satellite vegetation monitoring. This encompasses the production of transport equipment and precision laboratory items. The contract was awarded to Aeriane SA, a large supplier located in Gembloux, Belgium. The procurement, completed under a 'Below threshold - unknown' method, was categorised under goods within the fields of laboratory, optical, and precision equipment. The contract was signed on 9th October 2025 and will last until 9th October 2027, with the total contract value being 119,177 EUR.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in high-precision manufacturing and those supplying equipment for scientific and environmental applications. Companies specialising in UAV systems, CAD services, and high-accuracy manufacturing standards would find this contract particularly advantageous for business growth. The procurement also offers opportunities for firms operating within or near Europe's geographical areas due to delivery requirements, paving the way for collaborations that enhance technological innovations in vegetation monitoring projects.

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Notice Title

Fiducial Reference measurement for Vegetation

Notice Description

To manufacture and deliver a precision-engineered THEMIS target system for satellite vegetation monitoring. This includes: Target System: Panels, poles, mounting table, and UAV navigation markers. Documentation: CAD files, assembly/disassembly manuals, and dimensional data. Packaging: Protective boxes and covers for transport and storage. Quality Standards: High-accuracy manufacturing with strict tolerances. Delivery: Items to be supplied within Europe, as scheduled.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05dc86
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/071934-2025
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

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

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

39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

34000000 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

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

39000000 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products

71000000 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£119,177 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
8 Oct 20254 months ago
Contract Period
8 Oct 2025 - 9 Oct 2027 2-3 years
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

AERIANE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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