---
title: "Replacement of High-Performance Cesium Beam Tube and Shipping Kit"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-066fec"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "NPL MANAGEMENT LIMITED"
published: "2026-03-20"
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# Replacement of High-Performance Cesium Beam Tube and Shipping Kit

Buyer: NPL MANAGEMENT LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-066fec

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## Summary

The tender process for the supply and delivery of a high-performance Cesium Beam Tube, including an associated shipping kit, has reached the completion stage. The contract was awarded by NPL Management Limited, which is a public undertaking organisation located at the National Physical Laboratory in Teddington, United Kingdom. Milexia UK, a large-scale supplier headquartered in Basingstoke, has been appointed as the supplier under this contract. This procurement falls within the goods category under the industry classification of laboratory, optical, and precision equipment. Contract details indicate the procurement method was below the threshold, with the contract period running from 4th March 2026 to 31st August 2026, involving a transaction value of £49,881.91 (net) and £59,858.29 (gross), and was signed on 4th March 2026.

This procurement presents various opportunities for businesses specialising in laboratory, optical, and precision equipment, particularly those capable of delivering high-performance solutions. Companies similar to Milexia UK, which possess scale and capacity, are well-suited for such tenders that demand comprehensive goods delivery within stringent timelines. Engaging in contracts like these can foster growth by expanding market reach and establishing credibility within the public sector. For expanding companies, participation in similar tender processes can pave the way for increased business visibility and long-term partnerships with key public organisations like NPL Management Limited.

## Notice

Supply and delivery of a high-performance replacement Cesium Beam Tube (including associated shipping kit).

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025583-2026 |
| 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 | 20 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 4 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 4 Mar 2026 - 31 Aug 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £49,881 |

## 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 | MILEXIA |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 20 Mar 2026 at 09:58 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025583-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025583-2026
  20th 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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