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Design and Manufacture of Optical Module for Imaging and Projection System

NPL MANAGEMENT LIMITED

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16 Dec 2025 at 10:29

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process undertaken by NPL Management Limited involved the design and manufacture of an optical module for imaging and projection systems. This contract falls within the category of laboratory, optical, and precision equipment, as well as electrical machinery and related fields. Based in Teddington, United Kingdom, NPL Management Limited acted as the buyer in this transaction, with the procurement stage currently in the award phase as of December 16, 2025. The contract, signed on November 20, 2025, aims for completion by February 20, 2026. Within this framework, the contract mandates the prototype production of one unit, following which ten production units will be manufactured, featuring specialised technical specifications such as IP54-rated enclosures and various optical enhancements.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses, particularly for those engaged in manufacturing high-precision optical components and electrical machinery. It is ideal for large-scale businesses with expertise in the integration of imaging and projection optics and related manufacturing processes. The awarded supplier, Kingsview Optical Ltd, is based in Rye, United Kingdom, and its involvement accentuates the competitive nature of this sector. Companies with capabilities in delivering advanced engineering and optical solutions, alongside robust logistical frameworks, are well-positioned to thrive in similar tenders, enhancing business scope within the realm of laboratory and optical equipment production.

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Notice Title

Design and Manufacture of Optical Module for Imaging and Projection System

Notice Description

Design and manufacture of an optical module. Optical Design: Development of a combined imaging and projection system using shared optics, including metalwork design for the enclosure. Prototype Manufacture: Production of one prototype unit meeting the specified optical, mechanical, and environmental requirements. Production Units: Following successful prototype approval, manufacture of 10 units. Technical Features: IP54-rated enclosure with electrical shielding. Integration of mounts for spatial light modulators (SLM) and camera. AR coating for 1550 nm +- 40 nm. Imaging and projection optics with defined field of view, distortion limits, and thermal/mechanical stability. Separate focus arrangements for imaging and projection.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05f65c
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/083197-2025
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

31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting

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

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

31000000 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting

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

71000000 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£53,400 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Nov 20253 months ago
Contract Period
20 Nov 2025 - 20 Feb 2026 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

KINGSVIEW OPTICAL

Further Information

Notice Documents

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