Purchase of SmartComb‑ULN Optical Frequency Comb System
About This Opportunity
Supplies contract award: Purchase of SmartCom. By NPL Management Limited in United Kingdom, ICT & digital. Awarded to Menlo Systems GmbH (EUR 179K, Feb 2026).
This is a supplies contract in the information and communication technology sector, with a focus on Software. Located in United Kingdom, Europe, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums.
Published through UK FTS - Find a Tender Service, a national government procurement portal. Public procurement tenders follow the country's national bidding regulations and may have specific eligibility and documentation requirements for the supply of goods in the information and communication technology sector. Supply contracts typically require bidders to demonstrate product compliance with technical specifications, delivery capacity, and relevant certifications. This contract has already been awarded. The information is published for transparency and market intelligence purposes.
Description
Procurement of one SmartComb‑ULN compact optical frequency comb system, a turnkey metrology instrument providing ultra‑low‑noise frequency measurement capability. The system includes integrated electronics, femtosecond laser technology, fiber‑coupled architecture, and embedded control software.
Data provenance
This notice is sourced from UK FTS - Find a Tender Service and was originally published on March 2, 2026. Last refreshed today. Reference: 018380-2026. BidsFactory mirrors official procurement notices and links back to the source for full legal text.
About NPL Management Limited
NPL Management Limited has issued 103 procurement notices on BidsFactory, including 7 currently open and 93 awarded contracts. Activity concentrates in General Supplies & Services, Governance & Public Administration, and Information & Communication Technology. All notices are published for United Kingdom. Notices are distributed via UK FTS - Find a Tender Service. Most recent publication: May 21, 2026.
Frequently asked questions about this tender
Is this tender still open?
No — the contract has already been awarded to Menlo Systems GmbH. The award notice is archived on BidsFactory for transparency and market intelligence.
Who is the contracting authority?
This notice was issued by NPL Management Limited in United Kingdom. The authority is responsible for evaluating bids, awarding the contract, and managing performance.
What type of contract is this?
This is a Supplies contract in the Information & Communication Technology sector. The classification helps bidders match the opportunity to their qualifications and registered scope of supply.
How much was the contract awarded for?
Menlo Systems GmbH was awarded the contract for £179,440. The figure reflects the value disclosed by the contracting authority in the award notice.
Where will the contract be performed?
The contract is for delivery in United Kingdom. Foreign bidders should review local registration, taxation, and any in-country presence requirements before submitting.
How can I submit a bid?
Visit UK FTS - Find a Tender Service to access the full notice, required documents, and submission instructions. Quote reference 018380-2026 when communicating with the contracting authority.
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