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UKRI-5514 Aperture Pockels Cell

UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI)

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09 Dec 2025 at 09:13

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process outlined pertains to a contracting opportunity completed by UK Research & Innovation (UKRI). The project, titled "UKRI-5514 Aperture Pockels Cell," falls under the goods industry category, specifically related to optical instruments. Based in Swindon, Wiltshire, the procurement involved a large aperture Pockels cell optical switch. The procurement was concluded through a limited competition method, as it was below the threshold for broader competitive processes. The tendering process has progressed to the award and contract stage, which was completed with a contract start date of 5th December 2025 and end date of 13th March 2026.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in optical instruments and related technologies, as it demonstrates a demand for high-precision optical equipment. Large enterprises involved in manufacturing or supplying optical instruments, akin to the awarded supplier Gooch and Housego Ohio LLC, may find this type of tender advantageous for business expansion. The limited competition procurement method suggests the need for specialised expertise, making it ideal for firms with advanced capabilities in optical engineering. Participating in such tenders allows businesses to establish relationships with UK statutory authorities and expand their footprint in government procurement markets.

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Notice Title

UKRI-5514 Aperture Pockels Cell

Notice Description

UKRI has a requirement for a large aperture pockels cell optical switch as part of an existing project.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05f15d
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/080886-2025
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

38600000 - Optical instruments

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£82,084 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
4 Dec 20252 months ago
Contract Period
5 Dec 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
Not specified
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

GOOCH AND HOUSEGO OHIO

Further Information

Notice Documents

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