DSIT - NMS - LGC Chemical and Biological Metrology
Department for Science, Innovation & TechnologyEstimated Value
Up to £10,155,714
Deadline
Not specified
Published
2 July 2026
Type
Not specified
Overview
The Chemical and Biological Metrology (CBM) programme forms the backbone of LGC's role as the National Measurement Laboratory (NML) (and Designated Institute for chemical & biometrology). The Chemical and Biological Metrology programme, funded by DSIT supports the UK's current chemical and bio-measurement infrastructure and addresses emerging measurement needs to support innovation.
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Award Details
Local Government Chemist
£9,855,714
Local Government Chemist Limited
£9,855,714
LGC Limited
£10,155,714
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Department for Science, Innovation & TechnologyKey Dates
Published
2 July 2026
Submission deadline
Not specified
Notice type
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