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UKRI-5449 Resolve handheld Raman device

UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI)

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21 Nov 2025 at 10:35

Summary of the contracting process

In the procurement process initiated by UK Research & Innovation (UKRI), titled "UKRI-5449 Resolve handheld Raman device," the buying organisation sought a Raman chemical identification system employing Spatially Offset Raman Spectroscopy. This procurement falls under the 'goods' category, specifically aimed at spectroscopy devices, with its location in Swindon, Wiltshire, United Kingdom. The procurement stage is now complete as of 21 November 2025, with the contract awarded to Agilent Technologies LDA UK Limited. Relevant legal frameworks include directive 2023/54, and the procurement method used was direct, below threshold without competition, highlighting a targeted approach for specialised equipment acquisition.

This tender offers significant opportunity for businesses specialising in sophisticated scientific equipment, particularly those within the spectroscopy technology sector. It presents collaborative prospects for large-scale enterprises capable of producing advanced Raman devices. With UKRI's confirmed investment, valued at £46,810.20, businesses that can meet such precise technological demands could establish robust partnerships and potentially gain access to future government contracts. For businesses, participation in such tenders enhances market presence and lays the groundwork for expansion within the public sector sphere.

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Notice Title

UKRI-5449 Resolve handheld Raman device

Notice Description

UK Research and Innovation had a requirement for a Raman chemical identification system using Spatially Offset Raman Spectroscopy.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05e60f
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/075920-2025
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

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products


CPV Codes

33114000 - Spectroscopy devices

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£46,810 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Nov 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
14 Nov 20255 months ago
Contract Period
21 Nov 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 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
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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

AGILENT TECHNOLOGIES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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