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title: "RFQ - Low-temperature Dilatometer"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-03460da5-48c9-421d-9487-f634c26c2df5"
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# RFQ - Low-temperature Dilatometer

Buyer: NATIONAL PHYSICAL LABORATORY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-03460da5-48c9-421d-9487-f634c26c2df5

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## Summary

The National Physical Laboratory (NPL) is currently seeking suppliers for a limited tender titled "RFQ - Low-temperature Dilatometer." This procurement falls under the industry category of laboratory, optical, and precision equipment (excluding glasses). Located in Teddington, London, the tender is set to conclude on 24th November 2021, with the project expected to commence on 8th December 2021 and continue for one year. This opportunity seeks to enhance NPL's measurement capabilities by procuring a modern device for thermal expansion measurement, specifically designed to operate at temperatures from below -150 °C to above 200 °C. Interested businesses must register on Bravo Solutions to access relevant documents and submit their bids.

This tender presents a significant growth opportunity for businesses specialising in the manufacturing and supply of precision laboratory equipment. Particularly well-suited are small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that can offer innovative solutions in temperature measurement technology. By participating in this procurement, businesses can not only aim for a contract with a prestigious institution like NPL but also position themselves to be part of advancements in measurement capabilities, potentially leading to further contracts within the scientific and engineering sectors.

## Notice

The National Physical Laboratory [NPL] requirement is for a device to facilitate the measurement of thermal expansion at low temperatures. The apparatus should be a vertical system for the use over a temperature range to less than -150 degC to greater than 200 degC. The purpose is to update the NPL measurement capability from its current legacy system to a new modern design and implementation. Additional information: Please do not contact the person listed on this notice. Documents can only be obtained through Bravo Solutions.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c7f8ae6a-5b4a-4dbb-8a83-42a3d78b194d |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Competitive quotation (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 10 Nov 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 24 Nov 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 8 Dec 2021 - 8 Dec 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NATIONAL PHYSICAL LABORATORY |
| Locality | TEDDINGTON |
| Post town | Twickenham |
| Postcode | TW11 0LW |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI7 Outer London - West and North West |
| ITL 3 | TLI75 Hounslow and Richmond upon Thames |
| Local authority | Richmond upon Thames |
| Electoral ward | Teddington |
| Westminster constituency | Twickenham |
| Delivery location | TLI London |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 10 Nov 2021 at 15:21 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c7f8ae6a-5b4a-4dbb-8a83-42a3d78b194d

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c7f8ae6a-5b4a-4dbb-8a83-42a3d78b194d
  10th November 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://lupc.bravosolution.co.uk/web/login.shtml
  Please ensure that you register on Bravo Solutions (link below) to obtain the documents and submit your interest / intention to bid

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