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UKRI-4982 High Customised In-Vacuo Laser Beam Dump

UK RESEARCH AND INNOVATION

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13 Jun 2025 at 13:05

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, managed by UK Research and Innovation, revolves around the acquisition of a highly customised in-vacuo laser beam dump for the Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC) Central Laser Facility. This procurement falls under the industry category of Lasers (CPV code 38636100) and is located in Banbury, United Kingdom (region UKJ14). The process was completed with a direct procurement method, as it was below the threshold and conducted without competition. The contract, valued at £64,810 excluding VAT (£77,772 gross), was awarded to Laser Lines Ltd. Key dates include the contract period starting on 14th May 2025 and ending on 30th January 2026, with the award being signed on 13th May 2025.

This tender presents significant opportunities for suppliers specialising in laser equipment and technology, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), as illustrated by Laser Lines Ltd, an SME itself. Businesses adept in delivering high-precision, customisable laser solutions could find this type of procurement beneficial for showcasing expertise and securing future projects in the public sector. Moreover, companies looking to expand their portfolio with public undertakings in the technology and innovation sectors, particularly in scientific research, may find similar opportunities with bodies like UK Research and Innovation.

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Notice Title

UKRI-4982 High Customised In-Vacuo Laser Beam Dump

Notice Description

This contract is for the procurement of Laser Beam Dump for STFC CLF To view this notice, please click here: https://ukri.delta-esourcing.com/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=958820252

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-054887
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/032293-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£64,810 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Jun 20258 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 May 20259 months ago
Contract Period
13 May 2025 - 30 Jan 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UK RESEARCH AND INNOVATION
Contact Name
STFC Procurement
Contact Email
stfcprocurement@ukri.org
Contact Phone
+44 1793 442000

Buyer Location

Locality
SWINDON
Postcode
SN2 1FL
Post Town
Swindon
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK71 Swindon
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Swindon
Electoral Ward
Rodbourne Cheney
Westminster Constituency
Swindon North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

LASER LINES

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