--- title: "50kV X-ray System" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-f51471f2-7d35-4c7a-8054-ee845be1af79" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-f51471f2-7d35-4c7a-8054-ee845be1af79" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-f51471f2-7d35-4c7a-8054-ee845be1af79.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-f51471f2-7d35-4c7a-8054-ee845be1af79.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "NATIONAL PHYSICAL LABORATORY" published: "2021-09-03" --- # 50kV X-ray System Buyer: NATIONAL PHYSICAL LABORATORY Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-f51471f2-7d35-4c7a-8054-ee845be1af79 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-f51471f2-7d35-4c7a-8054-ee845be1af79) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-f51471f2-7d35-4c7a-8054-ee845be1af79.json) ## Summary The National Physical Laboratory is conducting an open tender for the procurement of a 50kV X-ray system, with a focus on laboratory, optical, and precision equipment. The tender is currently active, and the submission deadline is 5th October 2021, with publication dated 3rd September 2021. The system is to be delivered to Teddington, London, and will be utilised for ionisation chamber calibrations and scientific research in a specially designed facility. The contract is expected to commence on 1st November 2021 and run until 31st January 2022. This procurement presents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in the manufacture and supply of laboratory equipment, particularly those specialising in X-ray technology. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as the procurement process aims to provide a level playing field for various businesses. Companies with experience in providing scientific apparatus and related control systems will find this tender particularly relevant to their operations, paving the way for potential growth through collaboration with a reputable national laboratory. ## Notice NPL wishes to procure a 50kV x-ray system comprising: - One each of tungsten and molybdenum x-ray tubes - Single constant potential generator - Operator interface - Cooling system (optional) The system will be used for ionisation chamber calibrations and scientific investigations in a dedicated facility with separate control and irradiation rooms connected via an existing floor duct. It will be installed in a dedicated radiation-shielded laboratory. The system must allow for the following configuration: - Unipolar X-ray tubes to provide a horizontal beam along the length of the irradiation room - Compatible with existing laboratory interlock system - Cooling to utilise existing laboratory-installed cooling water or a standalone water cooler - Continuous operation for duration of a working day (12 hours) - Possible to remotely set and monitor kV and mA settings 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/5b268d36-28c4-4199-babc-97df5f08c26a | | 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 | Planning, Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 3 Sep 2021 | | Submission deadline | 5 Oct 2021 | | Future notice date | 1 Jun 2021 | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 1 Nov 2021 - 31 Jan 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 | TEDDIGTON | | 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 - 3 Sep 2021 at 15:01 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5b268d36-28c4-4199-babc-97df5f08c26a - 28 Apr 2021 at 11:20 - Planning - Planned Procurement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/10f73159-a7d9-47cf-b737-d778f62be03a ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5b268d36-28c4-4199-babc-97df5f08c26a 3rd September 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/10f73159-a7d9-47cf-b737-d778f62be03a 28th April 2021 - Future 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 This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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