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Supply of Frequency Distribution Amplifiers and Timing Equipment

NPL MANAGEMENT LIMITED

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04 Mar 2026 at 11:58

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by NPL Management Limited, located in Teddington, UK, involves the supply of frequency distribution amplifiers and timing equipment, supporting precision time and frequency measurement activities. This contract has been awarded and is currently active, with the supplier being Spectra Dynamics Inc, a large-scale company from the United States. The procurement falls under the industry category of laboratory, optical, and precision equipment. The contract, valued at approximately USD 112,973, spans from 10 February 2026 to 1 May 2026. The procurement method is noted as below threshold with further details unspecified.

This tender presents growth opportunities for businesses involved in the manufacture or supply of precision electronic equipment, particularly those specialising in frequency distribution and measurement technology. Companies with experience in delivering specialised and sophisticated engineering solutions tailored for laboratory and precision measurement environments stand to benefit. The procurement process, despite being completed, highlights a niche yet demand-driven sector, suitable for technology-driven enterprises looking to expand their footprint in high-value scientific instrumentation markets. NPL Management Limited, as a public undertaking, could serve as a stepping stone for future engagements, given their established role in specialist procurement.

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Notice Title

Supply of Frequency Distribution Amplifiers and Timing Equipment

Notice Description

This procurement is for the purchase and delivery of specialist electronic frequency distribution, pulse distribution, and low-noise frequency multiplication equipment required to support precision time and frequency measurement activities.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0661ec
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019406-2026
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)


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
£112,973 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
10 Feb 20261 months ago
Contract Period
10 Feb 2026 - 1 May 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
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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

SPECTRA DYNAMICS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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