---
title: "Polishing of Flat Ends of ULE Cavity"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-066972"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "NPL MANAGEMENT LIMITED"
published: "2026-03-13"
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# Polishing of Flat Ends of ULE Cavity

Buyer: NPL MANAGEMENT LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-066972

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## Summary

NPL Management Limited, a public undertaking based at the National Physical Laboratory in Teddington, United Kingdom, has completed the procurement process for optical polishing services. The contract, titled "Polishing of Flat Ends of ULE Cavity," falls under the industry category of laboratory, optical, and precision equipment. The tender sought specialist services for the preparation, polishing, testing, and cleaning of an Ultra-Low Expansion cavity. The procurement method was assessed as 'Below threshold - unknown', and the award stage concluded with a contract signed on 16th February 2026. The contract is valued at £42,234 with a gross total of £50,680.80, running until 31st July 2026.

This procurement provides significant opportunities for businesses specialising in optical engineering and precision equipment. Companies experienced in laboratory services, particularly those dealing with niche optical components, could benefit from similar contractual opportunities. Large businesses like IC Optical Systems Ltd, which was awarded this contract, are well-positioned to capitalise on such tenders due to their capabilities in delivering high-quality optical solutions and engineering expertise. Expanding into these areas can facilitate growth in markets demanding cutting-edge precision and engineering services.

## Notice

Procurement of specialist optical polishing services for an Ultra-Low Expansion (ULE) cavity, including preparation, polishing, testing, and cleaning.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/022793-2026 |
| 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 | 13 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 16 Feb 2026 |
| Contract period | 16 Feb 2026 - 31 Jul 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £42,234 |

## 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 | IC OPTICAL SYSTEMS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)
- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services
- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)
- 71000000 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services
- 79000000 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

## Release History

- 13 Mar 2026 at 10:41 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/022793-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/022793-2026
  13th March 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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