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Infrared (IR) Chemical Imaging and Spectroscopy for Environmental Geo Science

UK Research & Innovation (UKRI)

This public procurement record has 4 releases in its history.

ContractTermination

02 Apr 2026 at 12:04

UK11 - Contract Termination Notice
Award

29 Jan 2026 at 10:10

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Award

10 Dec 2025 at 16:28

UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Tender

03 Nov 2025 at 10:29

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process led by UK Research & Innovation (UKRI) for 'Infrared (IR) Chemical Imaging and Spectroscopy for Environmental Geo Science' has reached the contract termination stage as of 2 April 2026. The project, based in Swindon, Wiltshire, was initiated through an open tender procedure and aimed to provide advanced laboratory equipment for environmental studies, particularly focusing on analysing microplastics. The implementation period concluded on 31 March 2026 with a contract valued at £253,916.51. Originally awarded to Bruker UK Ltd, the contract has been terminated upon completion. The industry category falls under laboratory and optical equipment with specifications relevant to central government public authorities.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses involved in producing and supplying laboratory and precision equipment, particularly those focused on environmental sciences. It creates pathways for tech-driven companies eager to expand their portfolio in public sector contracts and to establish strong connections with governmental bodies like UKRI. Large and innovative enterprises adept in handling environmental analytics via scientific equipment would be well-positioned to compete effectively, enhancing their visibility and credibility in the scientific community. The rigorous procurement method underlines an emphasis on open procedures, ensuring competitive bidding and scope for business growth for those meeting high technical and quality standards.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Infrared (IR) Chemical Imaging and Spectroscopy for Environmental Geo Science

Notice Description

Supply of an automated imaging infrared analyser for the rapid and accurate characterisation of microplastics and degraded microplastics isolated from groundwaters, river waters marine sediments, urban soils

Lot Information

Lot 1

Options: None

Renewal: UKRI may extend this Contract for a period of up to two weeks by giving not less than one weeks' notice in writing to the Supplier prior to the Expiry Date. The terms and conditions of this Contract shall apply throughout any such extended period.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05d8aa
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030814-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK11 - Contract Termination Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
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
£254,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£254,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
£253,916 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
£253,916 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Apr 20264 months ago
Submission Deadline
5 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
10 Dec 20258 months ago
Contract Period
10 Jan 2026 - 31 Mar 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active, Pending
Contracts Status
Terminated

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UK Research & Innovation (UKRI)
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SWINDON, WILTSHIRE
Postcode
SN2 1FL
Postcode Area
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

Bruker UK Ltd

Further Information

Notice Documents

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