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UKRI-5080 Multi Layer Transmission Gratings

UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI)

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16 Jul 2025 at 11:46

Summary of the contracting process

UK Research & Innovation (UKRI), a central government public authority based in Swindon, Wiltshire, initiated a direct procurement process for 'UKRI-5080 Multi Layer Transmission Gratings'. This contract falls under the industry category of laboratory, optical, and precision equipment, excluding glasses, and requires spares for an existing project. The contract was signed on 10th July 2025 and runs from 14th July 2025 to 15th August 2025. The procurement method was below threshold without competition, highlighting that the procurement stage has been completed with the contract recently awarded.

This procurement presents opportunities for businesses specialising in laboratory or optical equipment, especially those that manufacture or provide precision instruments. Large-scale suppliers similar to Plymouth Grating Laboratory Inc, based in the United States, may find themselves particularly well-suited for similar contracts in the future. Engaging in such government contracts can aid in business growth by securing revenue streams and building a reputable presence in the public sector markets. Although this specific procurement was direct, companies with expertise in the relevant industry may explore upcoming opportunities that arise from related government projects.

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Notice Title

UKRI-5080 Multi Layer Transmission Gratings

Notice Description

UKRI-5080 Multi layer transmission gratings required as spares for existing project under tender UKRI-2693

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-056044
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/040503-2025
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
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£47,220 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Jul 20257 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
9 Jul 20257 months ago
Contract Period
13 Jul 2025 - 15 Aug 2025 1-6 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 & INNOVATION (UKRI)
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
stfcprocurement@ukri.org
Contact Phone
+441793442000

Buyer Location

Locality
SWINDON, WILTSHIRE
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

PLYMOUTH GRATING LABORATORY

Further Information

Notice Documents

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