Tender

Supply and Support of a Squirrel SQ16 PLUS Data Logger

UNITE PROCUREMENT UK LIMITED

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29 Jan 2026 at 16:44

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Summary of the contracting process

Unite Procurement UK Limited, in collaboration with the Ministry of Defence (MOD), is conducting a public procurement process for the supply and support of a Squirrel SQ16 PLUS data logger. The procurement falls under the electronic equipment industry category and is located within the United Kingdom. This tender is currently in the amendment stage and remains active, with a tender period set to conclude on 26th February 2026. The procurement method is selective, carried out through a catalogue purchase system. Key procurement dates include the intended contract start on 27th February 2026 and completion by 27th February 2031.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses, particularly those experienced in supplying electronic and measuring equipment. The project is suitable for small to medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs), as multiple suppliers can join the competitive supply base. Businesses capable of providing innovative solutions for time-series data capture and possessing strong support services over the project period would be well-placed to compete. This presents a beneficial growth opportunity for diverse suppliers by expanding their service offerings to a key government department.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Supply and Support of a Squirrel SQ16 PLUS Data Logger

Notice Description

Unite Procurement UK Limited (part of Unite Holding SE), acting on behalf of the Ministry of Defence (MOD), invites suppliers to register interest in joining the Unite Procurement Platform to support the supply and ongoing support of a Squirrel SQ16 PLUS data logger solution. This requirement supports MOD activity enabling the capture of time-series physiological and environmental data (including core and skin temperature) to support safety monitoring and research relating to Exertional Heat Illness (EHI) risk management and heat acclimation. Requirement (Goods and Services) Suppliers are sought to provide, as manufactured as standard: * Squirrel SQ16 PLUS data logger(s) and associated items as required for operation * 1 x SquirrelView Professional licence (or equivalent manufacturer software package supplied with the logger) * Compatibility (as manufactured) with temperature probes and/or WBGT systems for connection to the logger * Operating manuals with the equipment * One introductory training session for up to 10 personnel upon receipt of equipment * Standard support services for a minimum of 5 years * Warranty: minimum 12 months (desirable: 36 months) Quantity/volume: up to 20 items may be purchased (final volumes subject to MOD demand). Unite Procurement UK Limited does not intend to appoint a sole supplier. Multiple suppliers may be onboarded to the Unite Procurement Platform to maintain a competitive supply base. Applications will be considered by the stated closing date (for early consideration) and may also be accepted on a rolling basis thereafter. How to Apply / Register Interest Email your expression of interest including: * product range, * configuration/variant options (where applicable), * support and maintenance arrangements. Email:defence.support@unite.eu Subject: ''TSS 541 Squirrel SQ16 PLUS data logger''

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-f003c4fe-a682-41c1-a121-db3af3742fe6
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/102c4792-a8f7-4d07-9ec2-f65ae7c42a38
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Catalogue purchase
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting

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

CPV Codes

31710000 - Electronic equipment

38200000 - Geological and geophysical instruments

38300000 - Measuring instruments

38970000 - Research, testing and scientific technical simulator

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£350,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Feb 20263 months ago
Submission Deadline
26 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
27 Feb 2026 - 27 Feb 2031 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNITE PROCUREMENT UK LIMITED
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
WC2B 5AH
Post Town
Central London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI36 Camden
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Camden
Electoral Ward
Holborn & Covent Garden
Westminster Constituency
Holborn and St Pancras

Further Information

Notice Documents

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