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title: "Variable Field NMR Spectrometer"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-041998"
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# Variable Field NMR Spectrometer

Buyer: NATIONAL PHYSICAL LABORATORY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-041998

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## Summary

The National Physical Laboratory [NPL] recently completed a public procurement process for a Variable Field NMR Spectrometer. The NPL, based in Teddington, UK, issued a tender for goods in the laboratory equipment category. The tender, conducted as an open procedure, resulted in an award to Deerfield Imaging, Inc - Superconducting Systems (IMRIS). The contract for the spectrometer, valued at USD 1,000,000, was signed on 10th April 2024. The purpose of the procurement is to enable traceable, high-precision measurements for MRI standards development.

This tender presents an opportunity for businesses specializing in laboratory, optical, and precision equipment to engage with the NPL. Companies with expertise in NMR technology and related fields would be well-suited to compete. The procurement stage has passed the award phase, and the contract is currently active. Potential suppliers need to be aware of the tender details, including deadlines and requirements, to enhance their chances of securing similar contracts in the future.

## Notice

The National Physical Laboratory [NPL] requirement is for a Variable Field Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) spectrometer for the measurement of T1, T2, T2*, apparent diffusion coefficient, and proton density fat fraction in the liquid state. The purpose is to enable traceable, high-precision measurements of these measurands, to allow for the development of metrological standards for Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI). The ITT is separated into two components; the Instrument, and the Facility. We welcome tenders for either or both. The Instrument should comprise an NMR Spectrometer, with all associated componentry (e.g., the magnet, console, probe(s), temperature control system, shims, and workstation). This should be a fully programmable spectrometer, with the capability to measure the NMR spectra of chosen samples using appropriate pulse sequences and export the resulting data to an appropriate data storage or archival facility. The magnetic field should be variable, with the ability to change the field on a monthly basis. The magnetic field should be able to reach clinically relevant MRI fields (e.g., 1.5, 2.9, 3.0, 5.0, 7.0 T), and have the capability for lower field strengths down to 0.1 T or lower. The spectrometer should be compatible with the existing equivalent facility at NIST Boulder.

### Lot Information

The National Physical Laboratory [NPL] requirement is for a Variable Field Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) spectrometer for the measurement of T1, T2, T2*, apparent diffusion coefficient, and proton

Variable Field NMR Spectrometer

Lot 2

The Facility should comprise a 'room-within-a-room' NMR Laboratory, including a dedicated power supply. This Facility should be shielded from RF, magnetic, and vibrational interference sufficiently such that a future MRI scanner could be installed adjacent. It should include temperature regulation to ensure a set point of 20C +- 0.5C is always maintainable, with temperature, humidity, and pressure monitoring. The Facility should be access controlled in a manner compatible with the NPL access control system, and include provision for lone working, and appropriate safety features. It must follow all necessary safety regulations, including with regards to signage.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011662-2024 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 10 Apr 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 14 Dec 2023 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 9 Apr 2024 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £800,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £1,000,000 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Active, Cancelled |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## 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 |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | DEERFIELD IMAGING, INC - SUPERCONDUCTING SYSTEMS (IMRIS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)
- 51 - Installation services (except software)

### Codes

- 38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)
- 51000000 - Installation services (except software)

## Release History

- 10 Apr 2024 at 14:10 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011662-2024
- 14 Nov 2023 at 12:22 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/033605-2023

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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