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title: "Supply of Deep-Cooled eSWIR Camera System with Control Software and SDK"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05e079"
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published: "2025-11-13"
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# Supply of Deep-Cooled eSWIR Camera System with Control Software and SDK

Buyer: NPL MANAGEMENT LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05e079

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## Summary

NPL Management Limited, a public undertaking entity operating from Teddington, United Kingdom, has completed a procurement process titled "Supply of Deep-Cooled eSWIR Camera System with Control Software and SDK." This process falls under the industry category of Laboratory, optical, and precision equipment. The contract, awarded to Photonic Solutions plc, commenced on 21st October 2025 and is set to conclude on 20th February 2026. The procurement method was below the threshold, though unspecified, and the contract has been signed and is currently active, with a gross value of GBP 46,800. The main category was goods, as the procurement involved the delivery of specialised camera systems and associated software.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in the production or supply of high-tech and specialised electronics or optical equipment. Companies with expertise in manufacturing or distributing laboratory and precision instruments, particularly those with a focus on advanced camera systems or similar technology, are well-suited to compete in similar future tenders. SMEs like Photonic Solutions plc, which specialise in niche technologies, can leverage such contracts for business expansion and establishing partnerships with governmental organisations such as the National Physical Laboratory.

## Notice

The supply of one ZephIR 2.5e Deep-Cooled T2SL Camera, sensitive in the 1.1-2.5 mm spectral range, with a 640 x 512 pixel FPA and 15 mm pixel size. The camera operates at -80 degC using a four-stage thermoelectric cooler, eliminating the need for liquid nitrogen or water cooling. It includes: PHySpec(tm) Control Software (64-bit) for instrument and camera control, data analysis, and automation. Software Development Kit (SDK) with API, C++ and Python bindings, compatible with Windows (32/64-bit) and Linux.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/073557-2025 |
| 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 | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 13 Nov 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 20 Oct 2025 |
| Contract period | 20 Oct 2025 - 20 Feb 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £39,000 |

## 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 | PHOTONIC SOLUTIONS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

### Codes

- 38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

## Release History

- 13 Nov 2025 at 13:49 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/073557-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/073557-2025
  13th 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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