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title: "Fiducial Reference measurement for Vegetation"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05dc86"
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# Fiducial Reference measurement for Vegetation

Buyer: NPL MANAGEMENT LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05dc86

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## Summary

NPL Management Limited, a public undertaking based in Teddington, UK, has completed a procurement process for the project titled "Fiducial Reference measurement for Vegetation". The aim of this tender was to procure a precision-engineered THEMIS target system essential for satellite vegetation monitoring. This encompasses the production of transport equipment and precision laboratory items. The contract was awarded to Aeriane SA, a large supplier located in Gembloux, Belgium. The procurement, completed under a 'Below threshold - unknown' method, was categorised under goods within the fields of laboratory, optical, and precision equipment. The contract was signed on 9th October 2025 and will last until 9th October 2027, with the total contract value being 119,177 EUR.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in high-precision manufacturing and those supplying equipment for scientific and environmental applications. Companies specialising in UAV systems, CAD services, and high-accuracy manufacturing standards would find this contract particularly advantageous for business growth. The procurement also offers opportunities for firms operating within or near Europe's geographical areas due to delivery requirements, paving the way for collaborations that enhance technological innovations in vegetation monitoring projects.

## Notice

To manufacture and deliver a precision-engineered THEMIS target system for satellite vegetation monitoring. This includes: Target System: Panels, poles, mounting table, and UAV navigation markers. Documentation: CAD files, assembly/disassembly manuals, and dimensional data. Packaging: Protective boxes and covers for transport and storage. Quality Standards: High-accuracy manufacturing with strict tolerances. Delivery: Items to be supplied within Europe, as scheduled.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/071934-2025 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - unknown |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 7 Nov 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 8 Oct 2025 |
| Contract period | 8 Oct 2025 - 9 Oct 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £119,177 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NPL MANAGEMENT LIMITED |
| 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 | AERIANE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation
- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)
- 39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products
- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 34000000 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation
- 38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)
- 39000000 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products
- 71000000 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

## Release History

- 7 Nov 2025 at 11:10 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/071934-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/071934-2025
  7th November 2025 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.npl.co.uk
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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