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title: "Fiducial Reference measurement for Vegetation"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05dca1"
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# Fiducial Reference measurement for Vegetation

Buyer: NPL MANAGEMENT LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05dca1

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## Summary

The public procurement process for "Fiducial Reference measurement for Vegetation" was conducted by NPL Management Limited, a public undertaking based in Teddington, United Kingdom. This contract falls under the industry categories of Services, specifically focusing on laboratory, optical, and precision equipment, as well as research and development services. The procurement stage has reached the Award phase, with Rayference SRL, a supplier based in Brussels, Belgium, being the selected contractor. The contract commenced on 9th October 2025 and will run until 9th October 2027, with a total value of €202,000. The procurement method was classified as "Below threshold - unknown."

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in optical characterisation and UAV-based measurement technologies. It is particularly well-suited for research and development consultancies and SMEs (small and medium enterprises) with expertise in laboratory and precision equipment. Companies that can offer innovative solutions for experimental field campaigns and data processing are also likely to benefit. Engaging in this contract allows businesses to collaborate with major public bodies like NPL Management Limited, thus potentially leveraging future opportunities for growth and enhancement of industry credibility.

## Notice

Material Selection & Optical Characterisation Identify and test materials for the THEMIS calibration target. Measure bidirectional reflectance distribution function (BRDF) properties. Simulation of Target Reflectance & Uncertainty Use Eradiate software to simulate BRDF and HCRF (Hemispherical-Conical Reflectance Factor). Quantify uncertainties based on material and manufacturing tolerances. Experimental Field Campaigns Conduct UAV-based measurements of the artificial target. Validate protocols for UAV-based HCRF acquisition. Data Processing & BRF Retrieval Process UAV data to derive BRF values. Compare retrieved BRF with simulated values and assess accuracy.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/071971-2025 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - unknown |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| 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 | £202,000 |

## 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 | RAYFERENCE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)
- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)
- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 7 Nov 2025 at 11:43 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/071971-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/071971-2025
  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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