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Handheld Spectroscope for Home Office International Operations

HOME OFFICE

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13 Mar 2026 at 09:17

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Summary of the contracting process

The Home Office has completed the tender process for the provision of handheld spectroscopes for its International Operations, valued at £147,028.13. This procurement falls under the industry category of Spectrometers, with goods to be delivered across various locations including the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, and the United Kingdom. The tender was conducted through the CCS Spark Framework RM6094 using a selective procurement method via a call-off from a framework agreement. The contract period runs from 27 February 2026 to 31 March 2026, and the award status is active as of 13 March 2026.

This procurement opportunity can foster business growth for companies dealing with spectrometer technology and equipment distribution. Businesses with the capability to deliver specialised spectrometers and meet international delivery requirements stand to benefit from such contracts. The procurement process, encouraging participation of small and medium enterprises, presents a favourable competitive landscape for SMEs specialising in scientific instruments and technology solutions. Companies that can offer innovative, high-quality spectroscopic products will be well-positioned to compete in this segment.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Handheld Spectroscope for Home Office International Operations

Notice Description

Handheld Spectroscope for Home Office International Operations awarded through CCS Spark Framework RM6094

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-262177e2-4b55-4789-bf7e-ec6a8d51749c
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a586a95f-ebba-4f6e-a9b6-cfa7a320c62b
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

38433000 - Spectrometers

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£147,028 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£52,799 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Mar 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
23 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
6 Oct 20255 months ago
Contract Period
27 Feb 2026 - 31 Mar 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
HOME OFFICE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1P 4DF
Post Town
South West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Further Information

Notice Documents

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