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UKRI-5236 Space Debris Laser

UK Research & Innovation (UKRI)

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

12 May 2026 at 18:22

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Award

12 Feb 2026 at 22:41

UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Tender

19 Nov 2025 at 10:50

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "UKRI-5236 Space Debris Laser" contract, conducted by UK Research & Innovation (UKRI), has concluded with an open procedure. This contract aimed at purchasing a laser to be incorporated into the NERC Space Geodesy Facility's existing satellite laser ranging system. Situated in Swindon, Wiltshire, UKRI is a central government public authority. The procurement process was covered under the GPA, and the key procurement stages have been completed, with the award signed on 24th March 2026 and the contract period running from 25th March 2026 to 30th June 2026, including provisions for potential extensions till 31st July 2026. The total contract value is £525,000 gross, under the goods category specifically for lasers.

This procurement offers significant business growth opportunities particularly for firms engaged in high-tech manufacturing, research and development, or aerospace sectors. Large businesses with experience in delivering complex laser systems, as evident by the successful bid from InnoLas UK Ltd, would find this tender appealing. The open nature of the tender process not only ensures transparency but also encourages competition, particularly for SMEs wishing to gain reputation and credibility by collaborating with a notable organisation like UKRI. The project's focus on space debris laser technology presents a valuable niche market segment, potentially spurring advancements and fostering partnerships within the industry.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

UKRI-5236 Space Debris Laser

Notice Description

This purpose of this contract is to purchase a laser to be integrated with the existing satellite laser ranging system at the NERC Space Geodesy Facility.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Options: Options to allow for additional extras to be added to equipment to provide better value for money.

Renewal: Extension in case of delay during building of equipment

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05e413
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/043667-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

38636100 - Lasers

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£220,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£220,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
£201,549 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
£210,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 May 20263 months ago
Submission Deadline
15 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
11 Feb 20266 months ago
Contract Period
25 Mar 2026 - 30 Jun 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

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
TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex
Local Authority
Swindon
Electoral Ward
Rodbourne Cheney
Westminster Constituency
Swindon North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

InnoLas UK Ltd

Further Information

Notice Documents

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