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title: "RFQ - 40 GHz RF Signal Generator"
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buyer: "NATIONAL PHYSICAL LABORATORY"
published: "2021-09-29"
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# RFQ - 40 GHz RF Signal Generator

Buyer: NATIONAL PHYSICAL LABORATORY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-a82871fc-8537-4b88-a9d0-bb0348bd7568

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## Summary

The National Physical Laboratory (NPL) is seeking tenders for the acquisition of a 40 GHz RF Signal Generator, a requirement classified under laboratory, optical, and precision equipment. The tender is currently in the active stage, with a deadline for submissions set for 14th October 2021. Interested businesses should note that the contract period is expected to commence on 4th November 2021 and will run until 4th November 2022. The procurement method is limited, specifically through a competitive quotation process below the threshold, and the delivery location is in Teddington, London, postcode TW11 0LW.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that specialise in the production of scientific and laboratory goods. Companies that possess the technical capability to supply high-frequency signal generators would be particularly well-suited to compete for this contract. Engaging with this procurement process could help such businesses grow by establishing relationships with a key governmental body and expanding their portfolio within the scientific equipment sector.

## Notice

The National Physical Laboratory [NPL] requirement is for a radio frequency signal generator with an output frequency up to 40 GHz NPL require a stand-alone RF signal generator with continuous wave output from 20 MHz to 40 GHz at a power level of +10 dBm across all operating frequencies. 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/90c05a49-6a8d-4e05-b59e-138710b42133 |
| 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 | 29 Sep 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 14 Oct 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 4 Nov 2021 - 4 Nov 2022 |
| 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

- 29 Sep 2021 at 14:35 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/90c05a49-6a8d-4e05-b59e-138710b42133

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/90c05a49-6a8d-4e05-b59e-138710b42133
  29th September 2021 - 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

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