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UKRI-5457 Virsa Spectrometer for STFC Central Laser Facility

UK Research & Innovation (UKRI)

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15 Jul 2026 at 12:03

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08 Dec 2025 at 08:33

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Summary of the contracting process

The UK Research & Innovation (UKRI), a central government public authority based in Swindon, Wiltshire, is the buying organisation for the procurement titled "UKRI-5457 Virsa Spectrometer for STFC Central Laser Facility." This tender falls under the industry category of spectrometers (CPV code: 38433000) and aims to support the STFC Central Laser Facility with specialised equipment. Although this process was initiated as a tender, it has already progressed through the award stage with the contract being finalised and signed on 19th November 2025. The procurement method employed was direct, below the competitive threshold, allowing for a streamlined acquisition. The project spans from 20th November 2025 to 31st March 2026, with the location of delivery noted as the UKJ14 region in the United Kingdom.

This tender opens up significant business opportunities, especially for companies specialising in optical and laser technology integrated with scientific instruments. Firms like Renishaw UK Sales Ltd, which successfully secured the contract, demonstrate that established suppliers with expertise in high-precision measurement and analysis tools are well-suited to such contracts. The provision of specialised spectrometers not only empowers businesses engaged in scientific research and development but also asserts the potential for growth in collaboration with public research organisations like UKRI. Additionally, businesses that can offer high-quality, state-of-the-art equipment, and meet specific research requirements could find lucrative opportunities in similar future tenders issued by UKRI or other governmental bodies.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

UKRI-5457 Virsa Spectrometer for STFC Central Laser Facility

Notice Description

This contract is for the procurement of specialized spectrometers for the STFC Central Laser Facility.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05f04b
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/066702-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK11 - Contract Termination 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

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

CPV Codes

38433000 - Spectrometers

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£113,829 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Jul 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 Nov 20259 months ago
Contract Period
20 Nov 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
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

Renishaw UK Sales Ltd

Further Information

Notice Documents

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