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Ka-Band Module Development & Complex Modulation Measurement Support

NPL MANAGEMENT LIMITED

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03 Feb 2026 at 14:57

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Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process, managed by NPL Management Limited, concerns the "Ka-Band Module Development & Complex Modulation Measurement Support" project, a service contract focusing on specialist technical input for the DSIT Semiconductor Project. Located in Teddington, UK, this initiative falls under the sector of research and development services. Key dates include the contract start and end on 8th January 2026, with the award being completed. NPL Management Limited, a public undertaking, led the procurement process, which was conducted below the threshold with an unknown method specification. The supplier awarded the contract is Viper RF Limited, a UK-based SME.

This tender represents a substantial opportunity for businesses involved in high-frequency RF semiconductor characterisation, specifically those experienced in developing measurement capabilities and modulated-signal measurement. Companies like Viper RF Limited, already positioned within the technical and semiconductor market, would benefit by expanding their competencies and market reach through collaborations with public sector projects. The contract, valued at £50,000, highlights the current demand for advanced technological solutions and services, making it ideal for innovative businesses seeking growth in niche, high-tech markets.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Ka-Band Module Development & Complex Modulation Measurement Support

Notice Description

Specialist technical input into the DSIT Semiconductor Project: Ka-Band Module Development and Complex Modulation Measurements, contributing to the development of new measurement capability in high-frequency RF semiconductor characterisation. The work includes: Characterisation of dielectric properties (e.g., charge mobility, permittivity) of semiconductor materials such as GaAs/GaN from 26.5-40 GHz and up to 330 GHz, including 2D wafer property mapping. Development of on-wafer modulated-signal measurement capability, testing QPSK, APSK-16, APSK-32 signals with varying input powers, with and without predistortion. Measurement of connectorised devices within an NPL 6G testbed. Provision of Ka-band die samples, attendance at weekly technical meetings, development tasks, and delivery of a loaned connectorised Ka-band transmit module.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06158a
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/009537-2026
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
£50,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
8 Jan 20261 months ago
Contract Period
8 Jan 2026 - 8 Jan 2026 24 hours
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
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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

VIPER RF

Further Information

Notice Documents

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