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CSP25532 - Tunable Diode Laser system

UK RESEARCH AND INNOVATION

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30 Oct 2025 at 09:56

Summary of the contracting process

UK Research and Innovation, located at Polaris House, North Star Avenue, Swindon, served as the buyer for the procurement process titled "CSP25532 - Tunable Diode Laser system." This process is classified within the goods industry category, specifically focusing on specialist optical instruments (CPV code: 38636000). The procurement was carried out through a limited competition method, below threshold, and is now at the award stage, having been completed. The contracting process commenced with the contract signed on 29th October 2025 and is scheduled to run from 30th October to 4th November 2025. The successful supplier is Toptica Photonics AG from Munich, Germany, reflecting the international scope of the procurement.

This procurement of a tunable diode laser system presents a valuable opportunity for growth for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), particularly those specialising in specialist optical instruments and related technologies. Companies with expertise in advanced photonics and laser systems are well-suited to compete in such tenders, which emphasise a need for cutting-edge technology and innovation. The engagement in such a contract can significantly enhance the business profile and open further avenues for similar high-tech procurement opportunities in both the UK and European markets.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

CSP25532 - Tunable Diode Laser system

Notice Description

***** THIS IS A CONTRACT DETAILS NOTICE, NOT A CALL FOR COMPETITION ***** This procurement is being concluded following a limited competition procurement exercise. Details notice for tunable diode laser system.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05d6d5
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/069615-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - limited competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

38636000 - Specialist optical instruments

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£22,080 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Oct 20251 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Oct 20251 months ago
Contract Period
30 Oct 2025 - 4 Nov 2025 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UK RESEARCH AND INNOVATION
Additional Buyers

UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LTD

Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
commercial@ukri.org, coreservices@uksbs.co.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

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

TOPTICA PHOTONICS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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