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3d Imaging Laser

DEFENCE SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY LABORATORY

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08 Oct 2025 at 11:33

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Summary of the contracting process

The Defence Science and Technology Laboratory has completed the procurement process for a "3D Imaging Laser," classified under the lasers industry category. Located in Salisbury, England, the awarded contract identifies a cap of £42,500, reflecting a procurement method of competitive quotation below the threshold. The process culminated with the award stage, confirmed on 8th October 2025, and the contract spans from the same date until 28th February 2026. The procurement was tailored for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), highlighting a targeted opportunity for such entities.

This tender presents significant opportunities for SMEs specialising in laser technology or advanced imaging solutions. Companies like Unilase Limited, the winning supplier, demonstrate the strategic advantage for SMEs in securing contracts within the defence sector through competitive pricing and innovative proposals. By engaging in such contracts, businesses can enhance their portfolio, build prestigious client lists, and spur further growth within the technological development sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

3d Imaging Laser

Notice Description

This contract has been awarded.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-249b4b1b-f781-4871-8907-84874f6256f7
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6e2f0122-697b-4c29-bb2e-a259af0022cc
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Competitive quotation (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

38636100 - Lasers

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£42,500 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£42,500 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Oct 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
26 Aug 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
7 Oct 20254 months ago
Contract Period
7 Oct 2025 - 28 Feb 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEFENCE SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY LABORATORY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SALISBURY
Postcode
SP4 0JQ
Post Town
Salisbury
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK72 Wiltshire
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Wiltshire
Electoral Ward
Winterslow & Upper Bourne Valley
Westminster Constituency
Salisbury

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

UNILASE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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