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title: "Metallographic Cut-off Machine - contract award"
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# Metallographic Cut-off Machine - contract award

Buyer: NATIONAL PHYSICAL LABORATORY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-9d1a5dd3-0d14-4c83-ba57-009bbdac6a6f

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## Summary

The National Physical Laboratory (NPL) has awarded a contract for the supply of a self-contained metallographic cut-off machine to MetPrep Ltd. This procurement process falls under the goods category, specifically for laboratory, optical, and precision equipment. The tender process commenced with the initial request for quotation (RFQ) published on 30 July 2021, and the award took place on 19 November 2021. The contract period is set from 19 November 2021 to 28 February 2022, with the delivery location in London, United Kingdom. This procurement was conducted through an open procedure below threshold, allowing for broad participation.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses within the precision equipment sector, particularly those that specialise in manufacturing or supplying laboratory machinery. SMEs are encouraged to engage in future procurement processes like this, as the open procedure allows for competitive participation. Companies with expertise in metallographic equipment or related technologies will find this an excellent avenue for business growth and expansion, especially if they are prepared to meet the qualification requirements outlined in the procurement documents.

## Notice

Following a competition, NPL has awarded a contract for the supply of a self-contained cutting machine designed for metallographic preparation to MetPrep Ltd.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/09103560-de62-419a-a072-72a162a44615 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 1 Dec 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 2 Sep 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 19 Nov 2021 |
| Contract period | 19 Nov 2021 - 28 Feb 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £35,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £35,000 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| 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 |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | METPREP |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 1 Dec 2021 at 15:24 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/09103560-de62-419a-a072-72a162a44615
- 30 Jul 2021 at 12:11 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/befd582f-e11d-4a9c-8241-c1d92f77ed4a

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/09103560-de62-419a-a072-72a162a44615
  1st December 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/befd582f-e11d-4a9c-8241-c1d92f77ed4a
  30th July 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://lupc.bravosolution.co.uk/web/login.shtml
  The procurement documents are available online

## Notice URLs

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

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