Tender

UKRI-5435 MRC LMS Hyperpolarisation System

UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI)

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Tender

08 Dec 2025 at 10:29

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by UK Research & Innovation (UKRI) pertains to the tender for a "UKRI-5435 MRC LMS Hyperpolarisation System", focusing on the provision of a hyperpolarisation system for lung imaging. This falls under the industry categories of machines and apparatus for testing and measuring, nuclear magnetic resonance scanners, and research, testing, and scientific technical simulators. Based in Swindon, Wiltshire, UKRI operates this tender as an open procedure. The procurement process is currently at the tender stage, with deadlines for enquiries set for 29th December 2025, submission by 5th January 2026, and awards to be finalised by 2nd February 2026. The contract is set to commence on 3rd February 2026 and conclude on 31st January 2031.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses in the scientific and medical imaging sectors to expand their market reach by supplying advanced imaging systems. Enterprises specialising in the manufacturing of testing machinery, magnetic resonance technology, or possessing expertise in scientific equipment would be well-suited to participate. Given the procurement's suitability for SMEs and the emphasis on technical quality and price in the evaluation criteria, smaller firms with innovative solutions and competitive pricing are encouraged to compete. Access to the procurement process is facilitated via the Atamis eSourcing platform, ensuring transparent and streamlined submission. This project not only promises significant business growth but also provides a platform for enhancing technology in medical imaging.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

UKRI-5435 MRC LMS Hyperpolarisation System

Notice Description

Provision of Hyperpolarisation System for lung imaging.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05f06d
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/080471-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

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

CPV Codes

33113110 - Nuclear magnetic resonance scanners

38540000 - Machines and apparatus for testing and measuring

38970000 - Research, testing and scientific technical simulator

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£635,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£635,000 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
5 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
3 Feb 2026 - 31 Jan 2031 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI)
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
mrcprocurement@ukri.org
Contact Phone
01793442000

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
TLI3 Inner London - West
Local Authority
Swindon
Electoral Ward
Rodbourne Cheney
Westminster Constituency
Swindon North

Further Information

Notice Documents

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