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title: "Invitation To Tender Dry Dilution Fridge"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-028eba"
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# Invitation To Tender Dry Dilution Fridge

Buyer: NATIONAL PHYSICAL LABORATORY  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-028eba

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## Summary

The National Physical Laboratory is currently inviting tenders for a project titled "Invitation To Tender Dry Dilution Fridge." This procurement falls within the goods category, specifically focusing on laboratory, optical, and precision equipment. The tender is based in Teddington, UK, and is at the active tender stage, with a submission deadline set for 16th February 2021. Interested parties can submit their bids electronically or in writing, with the main procurement method being an open procedure. The value of the contract is approximately £250,000 and is aimed at acquiring a sophisticated dry dilution refrigerator essential for the development of superconducting electronics.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialised in advanced laboratory equipment or those involved in engineering and technology sectors. Companies with experience in manufacturing and supplying precision equipment, particularly those familiar with superconducting technologies, would be well-placed to compete for this contract. The focus on intricate instrumentation and delivery in the UK region further highlights the potential for businesses looking to expand their portfolio in the scientific research and technological development fields.

## Notice

The equipment required is a dry dilution refrigerator, with full 3He charge, capable of achieving a base temperature of not more than 30mK. A solenoid superconducting magnet will be incorporated as well as a number of microwave lines and full low frequency and thermometry instrumentation. It will be required for extensive development of superconducting electronics based on Josephson devices.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The equipment required is a dry dilution refrigerator, with full 3He charge, capable of achieving a base temperature of not more than 30mK. A solenoid superconducting magnet will be incorporated as well as a number of microwave lines and full low frequency and thermometry instrumentation. It will be required for extensive development of superconducting electronics based on Josephson devices.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/001892-2021 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 29 Jan 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 16 Feb 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £250,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Active |
| 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

- 29 Jan 2021 at 22:56 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/001892-2021

## Notice URLs

- http://www.npl.co.uk/
- https://lupc.bravosolution.co.uk/web/login.shtml

## Provenance

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