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title: "Design and build of three Axis motion control system"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0601b7"
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# Design and build of three Axis motion control system

Buyer: NPL MANAGEMENT LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0601b7

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## Summary

NPL Management Limited, located in Teddington, UK, recently completed a procurement process for the design and build of a three-axis motion control system for a 420kV filter wheel. This process falls under the laboratory, optical and precision equipment industry category. The procurement was undertaken with the aim of replacing an existing control system, ensuring compliance with current regulations and standards. Key elements included the engineering design, build, electrical installation, and operator training of the system, alongside safety integration and extensive technical documentation. The procurement followed a "Below threshold - unknown" method, and the main procurement category was goods. The contract period began on 11th December 2025 and is set to conclude on 1st October 2026.

This tender presents numerous opportunities for businesses specialising in industrial machinery and laboratory equipment, particularly those capable of providing intricate design and integration services. It is a fitting opportunity for companies offering design and build services, as well as those skilled in meeting rigorous compliance standards and delivering comprehensive user training. The contract was awarded to Micromech Systems Limited, a large supplier with expertise in precision equipment, suggesting that similar firms with large operational capabilities and the ability to innovate in control systems would be well-suited to compete for comparable tenders in the future.

## Notice

The requirement is for the design, build, and commissioning of a new three-axis motion control system for a 420kV filter wheel at NPL, Teddington. The system will replace the existing aging control system and must comply with current regulations and standards. Goods and Services to be Supplied: Design, build, and test of the motion control system. Electrical installation, commissioning, and operator training at NPL. Safety integration with LaserMET ICS-6 system. User interfaces: PC-based Ethernet control (PC/software not included) and EXOR ON5 handheld HMI pendant. Compliance and documentation: CE and UKCA marking, EMC testing by UCAS accredited facility, technical file, operation manual, and schematics.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/001388-2026 |
| 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 | 8 Jan 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 11 Dec 2025 |
| Contract period | 11 Dec 2025 - 1 Oct 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £34,457 |

## 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 | MICROMECH SYSTEMS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)
- 42000000 - Industrial machinery

## Release History

- 8 Jan 2026 at 11:26 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/001388-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/001388-2026
  8th January 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

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