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title: "Invitation To Tender - Nitrogen Vacancy Microscope"
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# Invitation To Tender - Nitrogen Vacancy Microscope

Buyer: NATIONAL PHYSICAL LABORATORY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-4442214c-ccfa-4165-8b7c-a4adb92ad415

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## Summary

The National Physical Laboratory (NPL) is currently conducting an open tender for the supply of a Nitrogen Vacancy (NV) scanning probe microscope. This procurement falls under the industry category of laboratory, optical and precision equipment and is taking place in Teddington, London, United Kingdom. The tender was published on 13 November 2020 and will remain open until 7 December 2020. The successful contract period is set to commence on 21 December 2020 and conclude on 5 April 2021. Interested parties must register on the LUPC Bravo e-Tendering portal to participate in this procurement process.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in advanced laboratory equipment, particularly those with capabilities in quantum technology and precision instrumentation. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, especially those with experience in developing or supplying similar scanning systems. With a focus on cutting-edge technology, this contract opens avenues for innovation and development in the field of quantum measurement solutions.

## Notice

The National Physical Laboratory [NPL] require a Nitrogen Vacancy (NV) scanning probe microscope (SPM) system operating on quantum principles and with the ability to spatially resolve micro-Tesla magnetic fields with nanometre precision. The equipment has to include a scanning stage system with capabilities comparable to commercial AFM systems (i.e. scanning range, noise/drift performance). The system will also be able to perform a range of NV imaging modes: quenched mode scanning, quantitative field scanning and as such will include all the necessary optics, laser sources and microwave electronics to be able to do so. Additional information: 1.3 The Authority is using the LUPC Bravo e-Tendering portal to conduct the procurement process. All Tenderers must register their company via the LUPC Bravo Portal. This can be done via the following link https://lupc.bravosolution.co.uk/web/login.shtml Any issues surrounding access and functionality of the LUPC Bravo System must be directed to Bravo Helpdesk on +44 800 069 8630 or email help@bravosolution.co.uk

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/77afd64b-b3b6-4cc9-bb31-3d8050d29d40 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning, Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 13 Nov 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 7 Dec 2020 |
| Future notice date | 13 Aug 2020 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 21 Dec 2020 - 5 Apr 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

- 13 Nov 2020 at 15:34 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/77afd64b-b3b6-4cc9-bb31-3d8050d29d40
- 13 Aug 2020 at 08:56 - Planning - Planned Procurement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1e1b9e86-ee05-42f2-855a-43d794ddf817

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/77afd64b-b3b6-4cc9-bb31-3d8050d29d40
  13th November 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1e1b9e86-ee05-42f2-855a-43d794ddf817
  13th August 2020 - Future opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://lupc.bravosolution.co.uk/web/login.shtml
  LUPC Bravo e-Tendering portal

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