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title: "RFQ - Instantaneous Wide Bandwidth Real-time Software-defined-radio systems 5G"
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# RFQ - Instantaneous Wide Bandwidth Real-time Software-defined-radio systems 5G

Buyer: NATIONAL PHYSICAL LABORATORY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-398d920d-0898-49bd-be18-b140fec556af

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## Summary

The National Physical Laboratory is currently conducting a tender for "RFQ - Instantaneous Wide Bandwidth Real-time Software-defined-radio systems 5G" under the goods category. The procurement is classified as a limited competitive quotation process and is in the tender phase. Interested parties should note that the submission deadline is 21st August 2020, with the contract period expected to commence on 18th September 2020 and conclude on 17th September 2021. The delivery location for the required equipment is Teddington, London, with further specifications focusing on a MIMO radio frequency testbed system.

This procurement presents a valuable opportunity for SMEs in the technology and communications sector, particularly those specialising in laboratory equipment, signal processing, or radio frequency systems. As the tender requires advanced software-defined radio capabilities and real-time processing features, companies with expertise in developing MIMO systems and adaptable communication technologies would be well-positioned to compete. Engaging with this tender could significantly enhance business growth within the emerging 5G industry.

## Notice

The NPL requirement is to have a wideband multiple-input-multiple-output (MIMO) radio frequency (RF) vector-based testbed system that is capable of enabling real-time software-defined-radio (SDR) operation. The purpose is to establish a MIMO over-the-air (OTA) measurement testbed system with user-programmable, reconfigurable and real-time signal processing field-programmable gate arrays (FPGAs)-based SDR capability. The system should have flexible software-designed architecture for real-time signal processing and control that can adapts new radio (NR) standards and emerging protocols so to enable the traceable measurement metrology development for current and future wireless communications to address measurement challenges on NR RF signal design and communication algorithm. The asset must consist of at least a 2 x 2 MIMO system with high-speed digital interfaces that could handle instantaneous wide bandwidth data. 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/ae6c282a-3d2a-4738-a9af-817ae3b9694e |
| 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 | 7 Aug 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 21 Aug 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 17 Sep 2020 - 17 Sep 2021 |
| 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

- 7 Aug 2020 at 13:06 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ae6c282a-3d2a-4738-a9af-817ae3b9694e

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ae6c282a-3d2a-4738-a9af-817ae3b9694e
  7th August 2020 - 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.

## Notice URLs

- http://www.npl.co.uk

## Provenance

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