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22 Jul 2026 at 11:12

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process led by NPL Management Limited, a public undertaking based in Teddington, United Kingdom, involved the supply of a Phase Comparator System and Frequency Multiplier Modules. This initiative, categorised under 'Laboratory, optical and precision equipment', primarily within the goods industry, falls under the legal framework of UKPGA 2023/54. The process culminated with the award and contract signing on 29th June 2026, following its completion phase. The overall contract, valued at €47,850, covered services essential to supporting NPL's research and measurement activities. The contracted goods were to be delivered across the UK, having been acquired through a procurement method classified as below the threshold with unspecified details.

This procurement presents growth opportunities for businesses specialising in precision laboratory equipment and related fields. It is especially attractive to Small to Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in developing and delivering advanced measurement systems. Suppliers like TimeTech, which secured the contract, exemplify the kind of agile and specialised enterprises well-suited for such opportunities. By aligning with buyers such as NPL Management Limited, companies can enhance their reputation and expand their market presence within the research and technological sectors.

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Notice Title

Supply of Phase Comparator System and Frequency Multiplier Modules

Notice Description

Supply of specialist equipment and associated components to support research, testing and measurement activities. The contract includes delivery of the equipment and related accessories.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06d0bc
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/069110-2026
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
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
£47,850 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Jul 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 Jun 20261 months ago
Contract Period
28 Jun 2026 - 17 Sep 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
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
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

TIMETECH

Further Information

Notice Documents

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