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title: "Ka-Band Module Development & Complex Modulation Measurement Support"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06158a"
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# Ka-Band Module Development & Complex Modulation Measurement Support

Buyer: NPL MANAGEMENT LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06158a

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## Summary

The public procurement process, managed by NPL Management Limited, concerns the "Ka-Band Module Development & Complex Modulation Measurement Support" project, a service contract focusing on specialist technical input for the DSIT Semiconductor Project. Located in Teddington, UK, this initiative falls under the sector of research and development services. Key dates include the contract start and end on 8th January 2026, with the award being completed. NPL Management Limited, a public undertaking, led the procurement process, which was conducted below the threshold with an unknown method specification. The supplier awarded the contract is Viper RF Limited, a UK-based SME.

This tender represents a substantial opportunity for businesses involved in high-frequency RF semiconductor characterisation, specifically those experienced in developing measurement capabilities and modulated-signal measurement. Companies like Viper RF Limited, already positioned within the technical and semiconductor market, would benefit by expanding their competencies and market reach through collaborations with public sector projects. The contract, valued at £50,000, highlights the current demand for advanced technological solutions and services, making it ideal for innovative businesses seeking growth in niche, high-tech markets.

## Notice

Specialist technical input into the DSIT Semiconductor Project: Ka-Band Module Development and Complex Modulation Measurements, contributing to the development of new measurement capability in high-frequency RF semiconductor characterisation. The work includes: Characterisation of dielectric properties (e.g., charge mobility, permittivity) of semiconductor materials such as GaAs/GaN from 26.5-40 GHz and up to 330 GHz, including 2D wafer property mapping. Development of on-wafer modulated-signal measurement capability, testing QPSK, APSK-16, APSK-32 signals with varying input powers, with and without predistortion. Measurement of connectorised devices within an NPL 6G testbed. Provision of Ka-band die samples, attendance at weekly technical meetings, development tasks, and delivery of a loaned connectorised Ka-band transmit module.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/009537-2026 |
| 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 | 3 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 8 Jan 2026 |
| Contract period | 8 Jan 2026 - 8 Jan 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £50,000 |

## 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 | VIPER RF |

## 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

- 3 Feb 2026 at 14:57 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/009537-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/009537-2026
  3rd February 2026 - 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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