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title: "RFQ - Low Frequency Vector Network Analyser (VNA) Upgrade"
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# RFQ - Low Frequency Vector Network Analyser (VNA) Upgrade

Buyer: NATIONAL PHYSICAL LABORATORY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-99c09746-0438-4fa3-95b4-9a79a2bccfc5

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## Summary

The National Physical Laboratory (NPL) is seeking suppliers for the upgrade of a Low Frequency Vector Network Analyser (VNA). This procurement falls under the industry category of laboratory, optical, and precision equipment. The tender is currently in the planning stage, with a deadline for submissions set for the 20th of February 2023. The contract period is scheduled to start on the 6th of March 2023 and end on the 5th of March 2024. The buying organisation, NPL, located in Teddington, England, is looking to maintain and enhance its low frequency Impedance Measurement Service through this open procedure procurement method.

This tender from the National Physical Laboratory presents a growth opportunity for businesses specialising in laboratory, optical, and precision equipment. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to participate. Companies located in the United Kingdom or internationally can apply, as the delivery addresses span across multiple regions. Interested parties should ensure their registration on the Bravo system by the deadline to access further details and submit their bids for this valuable contracting opportunity.

## Notice

The National Physical Laboratory (NPL) is the UK's National Measurement Institute and is a world-leading centre of excellence in developing and applying the most accurate measurement standards, science, and technology available. The National Physical Laboratory EG02 Impedance Measurement Service low frequency capability allows us to deliver measurements to customers of scattering parameters of coaxial devices between 9 kHz and 1 GHz traceable to the international system of units. The service requires a replacement of the low frequency Vector Network Analyser (VNA) to maintain the level of quality of service, and implement future requirements to keep up with customer needs. To express interest in this opportunity please ensure you are registered on the Bravo system and follow the attached URL: https://lupc.bravosolution.co.uk/go/005437910186268C0325

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cc2f46cf-d0cd-4117-8a5f-70b9a0e522ff |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| 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 | 6 Feb 2023 |
| Submission deadline | 20 Feb 2023 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 6 Mar 2023 - 5 Mar 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £36,000 |
| 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

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 6 Feb 2023 at 11:59 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cc2f46cf-d0cd-4117-8a5f-70b9a0e522ff

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cc2f46cf-d0cd-4117-8a5f-70b9a0e522ff
  6th February 2023 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://lupc.bravosolution.co.uk/go/005437910186268C0325

## Provenance

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