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title: "Request for Quote for Low Noise Microwave Synthesizers"
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# Request for Quote for Low Noise Microwave Synthesizers

Buyer: NATIONAL PHYSICAL LABORATORY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-ac01eb38-9dc9-47f6-8323-5fb04ca9b054

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## Summary

The National Physical Laboratory (NPL) is inviting suppliers to submit quotes for the procurement of two low noise microwave synthesizers. This tender, categorised under laboratory, optical and precision equipment, is currently in the tender stage, with the submission deadline set for 18 June 2020. The total estimated value of the contract is £105,000. Interested parties must register on the LUPC Bravo e-Tendering portal to participate in the process, which is classified as a direct single tender action below threshold.

This procurement presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the precision equipment and electronics sectors. Companies that specialise in laboratory equipment or provide related technological solutions are particularly well-suited to compete. The tender encourages participation from small to medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary community and social enterprises (VCSEs), fostering a diverse bidding environment. Successful suppliers can enhance their portfolio and establish a beneficial relationship with a prestigious organisation such as NPL.

## Notice

Purpose and Scope of this RFQ The National Physical Laboratory [NPL] The National Physical Laboratory requires a low noise microwave frequency synthesizer to provide an interrogation microwave signal for a caesium fountain atomic clock. The synthesizer should phase lock to external reference source in RF range. 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/5a97bfe3-bc79-4d64-90a2-bf81bb12aa39 |
| 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 | 27 May 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 18 Jun 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 22 Jul 2020 - 31 Dec 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £105,000 |
| 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

- 27 May 2020 at 14:54 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5a97bfe3-bc79-4d64-90a2-bf81bb12aa39

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5a97bfe3-bc79-4d64-90a2-bf81bb12aa39
  27th May 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://lupc.bravosolution.co.uk/web/login.shtml
  RFQ Instructions

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