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Fiducial Reference measurement for Vegetation

NPL MANAGEMENT LIMITED

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07 Nov 2025 at 11:43

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Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process for "Fiducial Reference measurement for Vegetation" was conducted by NPL Management Limited, a public undertaking based in Teddington, United Kingdom. This contract falls under the industry categories of Services, specifically focusing on laboratory, optical, and precision equipment, as well as research and development services. The procurement stage has reached the Award phase, with Rayference SRL, a supplier based in Brussels, Belgium, being the selected contractor. The contract commenced on 9th October 2025 and will run until 9th October 2027, with a total value of €202,000. The procurement method was classified as "Below threshold - unknown."

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in optical characterisation and UAV-based measurement technologies. It is particularly well-suited for research and development consultancies and SMEs (small and medium enterprises) with expertise in laboratory and precision equipment. Companies that can offer innovative solutions for experimental field campaigns and data processing are also likely to benefit. Engaging in this contract allows businesses to collaborate with major public bodies like NPL Management Limited, thus potentially leveraging future opportunities for growth and enhancement of industry credibility.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Fiducial Reference measurement for Vegetation

Notice Description

Material Selection & Optical Characterisation Identify and test materials for the THEMIS calibration target. Measure bidirectional reflectance distribution function (BRDF) properties. Simulation of Target Reflectance & Uncertainty Use Eradiate software to simulate BRDF and HCRF (Hemispherical-Conical Reflectance Factor). Quantify uncertainties based on material and manufacturing tolerances. Experimental Field Campaigns Conduct UAV-based measurements of the artificial target. Validate protocols for UAV-based HCRF acquisition. Data Processing & BRF Retrieval Process UAV data to derive BRF values. Compare retrieved BRF with simulated values and assess accuracy.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05dca1
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/071971-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
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)

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

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

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£202,000 £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

Buyer & Supplier

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

RAYFERENCE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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