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title: "Request for Quote for Ultra Stable RF Oscillator"
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# Request for Quote for Ultra Stable RF Oscillator

Buyer: NATIONAL PHYSICAL LABORATORY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-ab967753-7908-4ce9-868d-b1f7c482ebd9

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## Summary

The National Physical Laboratory (NPL) is seeking submissions for a Request for Quote (RFQ) for two ultra-stable RF oscillators, intended for use in providing reference signals for a microwave synthesiser related to a caesium fountain atomic clock. This procurement falls under the category of laboratory, optical, and precision equipment and is being conducted via a direct procurement method under the single tender action process, which is below threshold. The tender period ends on 25th June 2020, while the contract is expected to commence on 3rd August 2020 and conclude by 31st December 2020. Interested suppliers must register on the LUPC Bravo e-Tendering portal to submit their bids.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary community and social enterprises (VCSEs) in the precision and laboratory equipment sector. Businesses with expertise in the production or supply of high-precision instruments should consider competing for this contract, as the straightforward nature of the procurement method may facilitate a relatively accessible bidding process. Suppliers that are adept at navigating e-tendering systems will find this opportunity particularly advantageous, allowing them to potentially establish or expand their foothold in public sector supply chains.

## Notice

Purpose and Scope of this RFQ The National Physical Laboratory (NPL) requires an ultra-stable RF oscillator to provide a reference signal for a microwave synthesizer. The synthesizer will produce an interrogation signal for a caesium fountain atomic clock. Requirement is for 2 units. Additional information: 1. Instructions for Submitting an RFQ 1.1 "Authority" means the public sector contracting authority, or anyone acting on behalf of the contracting authority, that is seeking to invite suitable Suppliers to participate in this procurement process. 1.2 "You"/ "Your" or "Supplier" means the body completing these questions i.e. the legal entity seeking to be invited to the next stage of the procurement process and responsible for the information provided. The 'Supplier' is intended to cover any economic operator as defined by the Public Contract Regulations 2015 and could be a registered company; charitable organisation; Voluntary Community and Social Enterprise (VCSE); Special Purpose Vehicle; or other form of entity. 1.3 The Authority is using the LUPC Bravo e-Tendering portal to conduct the procurement process. All Suppliers 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 Delays in response as a result of technical difficulties will not assure that extensions to the bid submission date will be given. Where there are further issues, which Bravo Solutions cannot resolve then the associated Buyer at NPL can be emailed at nina.heath@npl.co.uk or procurement@npl.co.uk All documentation and attachments provided by NPL will be available on Bravo. All communication and submission of RFQ documents must be uploaded and carried out via the Bravo e-Tendering Portal.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4610a436-3f1f-4aef-b6a1-d4bead39790c |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Single tender action (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 4 Jun 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 25 Jun 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 2 Aug 2020 - 31 Dec 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £43,000 |
| 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

- 4 Jun 2020 at 12:21 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4610a436-3f1f-4aef-b6a1-d4bead39790c

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4610a436-3f1f-4aef-b6a1-d4bead39790c
  4th June 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://lupc.bravosolution.co.uk/web/login.shtml
  RFQ Instructions

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