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Tunable Diode Laser Systems

NPL MANAGEMENT LIMITED

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19 Feb 2026 at 13:35

Summary of the contracting process

NPL Management Limited, headquartered in Teddington, United Kingdom, has concluded a public procurement process for the acquisition of high-precision tunable diode laser systems, including associated electronics and accessories. This contract falls under the 'goods' category, particularly focusing on laboratory, optical, and precision equipment, and architectural and engineering services. The procurement was conducted using a 'Below threshold - unknown' method. The process reached its award stage on 19th February 2026, with a contract awarded to APC Technology Group plc, valued at £45,756. The contract was signed on 28th January 2026 and is set to be effective for that day only.

This procurement opportunity creates a significant business growth potential, especially for companies specialising in the supply of high-precision optical and laboratory equipment. Large enterprises with capabilities in delivering cutting-edge technology solutions would be well-suited for such high-stakes tenders. The specific nature of the equipment procured indicates a demand for specialised expertise, offering a niche market for businesses that can provide tailored technological innovations in the precision equipment industry.

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Notice Title

Tunable Diode Laser Systems

Notice Description

Supply of two high-precision tunable diode laser systems (369 nm and 399 nm), associated electronics, locking modules, and required accessories.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-065828
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/015238-2026
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

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

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

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
£38,130 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Feb 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 Jan 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
28 Jan 2026 - 28 Jan 2026 24 hours
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

APC TECHNOLOGY GROUP

Further Information

Notice Documents

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