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title: "RFQ - Thermal Imager evaluation unit design & build"
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# RFQ - Thermal Imager evaluation unit design & build

Buyer: NATIONAL PHYSICAL LABORATORY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-cd950e35-d911-4c90-ad74-2aca55decb94

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## Summary

The National Physical Laboratory (NPL) is seeking suppliers for the design and build of five handheld thermal imaging units, with a tender title of "RFQ - Thermal Imager evaluation unit design & build". This procurement process falls under the medical equipment industry category and is being conducted in Teddington, London. The tender is currently at the active stage, with responses due by 28th October 2021. The contract period is expected to commence on 15th November 2021 and conclude by 31st March 2022. Bidders are invited to submit competitive quotations via the LUPC Bravo e-tender portal.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in medical equipment, particularly those with experience in designing and manufacturing precision devices suitable for clinical environments. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, given the suitability of this procurement process for their capabilities. The project aims to develop innovative thermal imaging technology that can enhance patient assessment processes, making it an ideal opportunity for businesses looking to contribute to advancements in healthcare.

## Notice

The National Physical Laboratory (NPL) requirement is for the design and build of five (5) handheld CE-marked thermal imaging units. NPL is in the process of securing funding from the Government Office of Technology Transfer (GOTT) to further develop its existing, thermal imaging for health knowledge asset. The technology is designed to enable clinicians to scan a patient's foot quickly and rapidly and to assess for areas of thermal concern. The purpose is to have access to units that can be left with users for evaluation purposes to determine how this technology can work with existing processes and patient workflow. The units need to work in a clinical environment, this should be taken into consideration when selecting materials and cleaning protocols. The finished devices must be capable of performing the following: 1) Handheld unit (less than 1kg) with design consideration to hand holds and carry straps. Capture a thermal image in 3 seconds or less. (in digital level and, where necessary standard image formats e.g. PNG, TIFF, JPEG 2) Transfer images to PC via USB. 3) Design all onboard software (PC Software is out of scope). 4) Battery powered. 5) Built with materials suitable for a clinical setting and delivered with guidelines around cleaning (i.e. alcohol wipes). 6) Certified via (non-medical) CE-mark. 7) The device should be based on the design of the existing prototype shown on the RFQ document. Additional information: The Authority is using the LUPC Bravo e-tender portal to conduct the procurement process. All Bidders 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

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cf79cbfc-2182-463e-ae34-231d0437acbe |
| 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 | 14 Oct 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 28 Oct 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 15 Nov 2021 - 31 Mar 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

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products
- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

### Codes

- 33000000 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products
- 38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

## Release History

- 14 Oct 2021 at 11:52 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cf79cbfc-2182-463e-ae34-231d0437acbe

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cf79cbfc-2182-463e-ae34-231d0437acbe
  14th October 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://lupc.bravosolution.co.uk/web/login.shtml
  LUPC Bravo e-Tendering portal

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