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title: "FMCW Autonomous Vehicle Lidar"
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buyer: "NATIONAL PHYSICAL LABORATORY"
published: "2021-09-17"
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# FMCW Autonomous Vehicle Lidar

Buyer: NATIONAL PHYSICAL LABORATORY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-bed68648-123a-4071-882f-451abd2d8820

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## Summary

The National Physical Laboratory is currently conducting an open tender for the procurement of a frequency-modulated continuous wave (FMCW) autonomous vehicle lidar, aimed at studying the performance degradation of autonomous vehicle sensors in various weather conditions. The tender was published on 17th September 2021, with a submission deadline set for 5th October 2021. The contract is classified under goods, specifically in the category of laboratory, optical, and precision equipment. The contract period is expected to commence on 25th October 2021 and conclude by 31st December 2021, with delivery addresses located in London, United Kingdom.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the field of optical and precision equipment, particularly those with capabilities in manufacturing robust and weatherproof instruments. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as this procurement aims to engage with a diverse range of suppliers. Companies that specialise in advanced sensor technologies and autonomous systems would be particularly well-suited to compete for this contract, which can support their growth within the burgeoning autonomous vehicle industry.

## Notice

The National Physical Laboratory wishes to procure a frequency-modulated continuous wave (FMCW) autonomous vehicle lidar as part of a study into autonomous vehicle sensor performance degradation caused by weather. The instrument's targets will be placed at varying distances up to 240m away. The instrument must be robust, weatherproof (IP65-rated or above) and transportable. Participation is via the London Universities eSourcing Portal. Participants must provide qualification information.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4b6d2c84-d73e-4e21-862c-571fc93004d4 |
| 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 | 17 Sep 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 5 Oct 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 24 Oct 2021 - 31 Dec 2021 |
| 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

- 17 Sep 2021 at 16:00 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4b6d2c84-d73e-4e21-862c-571fc93004d4

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4b6d2c84-d73e-4e21-862c-571fc93004d4
  17th September 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

## Provenance

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