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Supply of Deep-Cooled eSWIR Camera System with Control Software and SDK

NPL MANAGEMENT LIMITED

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13 Nov 2025 at 13:49

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Summary of the contracting process

NPL Management Limited, a public undertaking entity operating from Teddington, United Kingdom, has completed a procurement process titled "Supply of Deep-Cooled eSWIR Camera System with Control Software and SDK." This process falls under the industry category of Laboratory, optical, and precision equipment. The contract, awarded to Photonic Solutions plc, commenced on 21st October 2025 and is set to conclude on 20th February 2026. The procurement method was below the threshold, though unspecified, and the contract has been signed and is currently active, with a gross value of GBP 46,800. The main category was goods, as the procurement involved the delivery of specialised camera systems and associated software.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in the production or supply of high-tech and specialised electronics or optical equipment. Companies with expertise in manufacturing or distributing laboratory and precision instruments, particularly those with a focus on advanced camera systems or similar technology, are well-suited to compete in similar future tenders. SMEs like Photonic Solutions plc, which specialise in niche technologies, can leverage such contracts for business expansion and establishing partnerships with governmental organisations such as the National Physical Laboratory.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Supply of Deep-Cooled eSWIR Camera System with Control Software and SDK

Notice Description

The supply of one ZephIR 2.5e Deep-Cooled T2SL Camera, sensitive in the 1.1-2.5 mm spectral range, with a 640 x 512 pixel FPA and 15 mm pixel size. The camera operates at -80 degC using a four-stage thermoelectric cooler, eliminating the need for liquid nitrogen or water cooling. It includes: PHySpec(tm) Control Software (64-bit) for instrument and camera control, data analysis, and automation. Software Development Kit (SDK) with API, C++ and Python bindings, compatible with Windows (32/64-bit) and Linux.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05e079
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/073557-2025
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)

CPV Codes

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

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£39,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Oct 20254 months ago
Contract Period
20 Oct 2025 - 20 Feb 2026 1-6 months
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

PHOTONIC SOLUTIONS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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