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title: "Request for Quotation - Millimetre-wave Probe Station"
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# Request for Quotation - Millimetre-wave Probe Station

Buyer: NATIONAL PHYSICAL LABORATORY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-4425d004-f3c8-4efc-b2e8-30f62283250f

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## Summary

The National Physical Laboratory (NPL) is currently seeking quotations for the procurement of a manual probe station designed for high-frequency on-wafer measurements, specifically for components operating at millimetre-wave frequencies through terahertz. The tender has been published on 17th July 2019, and the submission deadline is set for 1st August 2019. This procurement, classified under the industry category of laboratory, optical, and precision equipment, is conducted through a limited competitive quotation process due to its value falling below prescribed thresholds. The contract is expected to begin on 31st October 2019 and will last until 31st October 2020, with delivery addresses covering various locations, including the United Kingdom and British Overseas Territories.

This tender presents a substantial opportunity for businesses specialising in laboratory and precision equipment, particularly those capable of providing high-frequency measurement solutions. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as the requirements indicate a strong suitability for such businesses. Companies with expertise in precision engineering and high-technology instrumentation would be particularly well-positioned to compete effectively for this contract, fostering growth and innovation within the industry.

## Notice

The National Physical Laboratory [NPL] requirement is to purchase a manual probe station for probing active and passive components operating from millimetre-wave frequencies through terahertz. Our current probe station is not able to provide the placement accuracy required at these very high frequencies. It also does not provide sufficient protection for the fragile probes, resulting in the need of regular repair/maintenance of these probes (at considerable cost). Therefore, we require a probe station dedicated to high frequency on-wafer measurements. 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/03a4a29b-618c-4b3e-aa7a-cf3f0f56838b |
| 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 | 17 Jul 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 1 Aug 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Oct 2019 - 31 Oct 2020 |
| 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 | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 17 Jul 2019 at 09:26 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/03a4a29b-618c-4b3e-aa7a-cf3f0f56838b

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/03a4a29b-618c-4b3e-aa7a-cf3f0f56838b
  17th July 2019 - 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. Please ensure that you register on Bravo Solutions (link below) to obtain the documents and submit your

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