--- title: "RFQ_128938 - Evaluation of NPL Quantum Programme" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-870ac222-1746-45a7-92fd-2240b629b509" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-870ac222-1746-45a7-92fd-2240b629b509" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-870ac222-1746-45a7-92fd-2240b629b509.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-870ac222-1746-45a7-92fd-2240b629b509.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "NATIONAL PHYSICAL LABORATORY" published: "2024-08-30" --- # RFQ_128938 - Evaluation of NPL Quantum Programme Buyer: NATIONAL PHYSICAL LABORATORY Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-870ac222-1746-45a7-92fd-2240b629b509 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-870ac222-1746-45a7-92fd-2240b629b509) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-870ac222-1746-45a7-92fd-2240b629b509.json) ## Summary The National Physical Laboratory (NPL) is seeking proposals for the final evaluation of its Quantum Programme (2020-24) under the tender "RFQ_128938 - Evaluation of NPL Quantum Programme". This programme, part of the National Quantum Technologies Programme (NQTP), was launched to advance quantum technologies in the UK and has received over £1 billion in funding. The evaluation aims to generate evidence of the programme's impact, refine evidence for the upcoming Spending Review, and assess areas for future growth. The procurement process is currently at the Tender stage, with a closing date for submissions on 27th September 2024 and an expected contract period from 11th October 2024 to 10th October 2025. The tender is classified under market research services and follows an open procedure. This tender presents opportunities for businesses specialising in market research, particularly those with expertise in programme evaluation and a focus on scientific and technological advancements. Due to its open nature and suitability for SMEs, a wide range of research firms can compete for this contract. Successful bidders will contribute to shaping future quantum technologies and potentially influence funding decisions for subsequent phases of the programme, thus offering substantial opportunities for growth and visibility within the technology and research sectors. ## Notice The National Quantum Technologies Programme (NQTP) was a government initiative launched in 2013 to advance quantum technologies, including computing, sensing, and communications, in the UK. The program has received over PS1 billion in funding, aiming to position the UK as a global leader in quantum science. It focuses on research, industry partnerships, and commercialization, driving scientific advancements and economic growth through groundbreaking quantum technologies. We would like to invite proposals for the end-of-programme evaluation of the NPL Quantum Programme (2020-24). The purpose of this evaluation will be: 1) to collate and generate evidence to substantiate impact from the programme which would help NPL secure funding for subsequent phases; 2) to refine evidence submission to the upcoming Spending Review; and 3) to provide a clear picture of successes, shortcomings, and potential areas of growth that would inform future programmes. As such, the key audience for this evaluation would be NPL's primary funder, the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT), along with NPL's internal staff and management. Outputs from the evaluation will also be used for stakeholder engagement activities and broader marketing purposes. To express interest in this tender please use the following URL: https://lupc.bravosolution.co.uk/web/login.shtml you will need to register on the landing page if not already registered, and you can search for the tender there. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/68466dcc-c9e0-4c0b-a73f-86c92e5e5142 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 30 Aug 2024 | | Submission deadline | 27 Sep 2024 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 10 Oct 2024 - 10 Oct 2025 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £80,000 | | 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 - 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security ### Codes - 79310000 - Market research services ## Release History - 30 Aug 2024 at 16:04 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/68466dcc-c9e0-4c0b-a73f-86c92e5e5142 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/68466dcc-c9e0-4c0b-a73f-86c92e5e5142 30th August 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder ## Notice URLs - https://lupc.bravosolution.co.uk/web/login.shtml ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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