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UKRI-5496 Neutron Sensitive Scintillation Screen for HRPD-X Bank 2

UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI)

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28 Nov 2025 at 15:14

Summary of the contracting process

UK Research & Innovation (UKRI), a central government public authority located in Swindon, Wiltshire, has completed the procurement stage for the supply of a neutron-sensitive scintillation screen for HRPD-X Bank 2, with the contract being awarded on 28th November 2025. This procurement process followed a 'limited' method due to its below-threshold nature and the initiative supports advancements at the STFC's Rutherford Appleton Laboratory. The procurement falls under the goods category, specifically related to radiation monitors. The contract, valued at £75,120 without VAT, was awarded to Scintacor Ltd, a company based in Cambridge, and will be active from 28th November 2025 to 13th March 2026.

This tender provides a distinct growth opportunity for businesses in the scientific equipment manufacturing sector, especially those specialising in radiation monitoring technologies. The limited competition method suggests that opportunities exist for firms capable of fulfilling specialised requirements cost-effectively. Companies with expertise in producing scintillation screens and those involved in innovation in neutron and muon instrumentation would find this procurement beneficial to explore, enabling expansion within the public research domain. Moreover, engaging with UKRI facilitates exposure to further governmental projects, potentially expanding a company's portfolio and reach.

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Notice Title

UKRI-5496 Neutron Sensitive Scintillation Screen for HRPD-X Bank 2

Notice Description

UKRI STFC appointed a supplier for the scintillation screen for the ISIS Neutron and Muon Source at Rutherford Appleton Laboratory.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05eb3e
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/078180-2025
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
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

38341600 - Radiation monitors

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£75,120 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Nov 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Nov 20252 months ago
Contract Period
28 Nov 2025 - 13 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
STFC Procurement
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

SCINTACOR

Further Information

Notice Documents

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