Develop UK timing component supplier base for National Timing Centre.
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The Department for Science, Innovation & Technology (DSIT) and the National Physical Laboratory (NPL) are directly awarding a contract to develop the foundation of a sustainable UK supplier base for timing components, supporting resilience for the National Timing Centre. The work involves identifying innovative suppliers and technologies from across sectors, broadening market engagement beyond the existing PNT (Positioning, Navigation, and Timing) supplier base. This is a direct award, indicating a likely tailored approach. The scope includes supply chain development and market engagement activities.