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CSP25580 - NeoDry Multi Stage Roots Pump

UK RESEARCH AND INNOVATION

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12 Dec 2025 at 14:48

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, conducted by UK Research and Innovation, involved awarding a contract for the "CSP25580 - NeoDry Multi Stage Roots Pump" to Japan Vacuum Instruments Ltd. This procurement falls under the industry category of goods, specifically vacuum pumps, with a focus on ultra-high vacuum deposition systems for a research programme. Located in Swindon, UK, the procurement was handled through a limited competition method due to its below-threshold status, and concluded successfully with the award on 12th December 2025. The contracting process has now entered the award stage, marking its completion, with the contract period extending from 11th December 2025 to 13th December 2025.

This tender presents a substantial opportunity for businesses involved in specialized manufacturing of scientific equipment, particularly those capable of providing innovative vacuum technologies with extended service periods. Such enterprises could benefit from engaging in future collaborations or similar projects with public sector entities such as UK Research and Innovation. The requirement for a pump with a prolonged 7-year service life, as opposed to the standard 2-year periods, suggests a potential for long-term client relationships and repeat business, appealing particularly to small to medium enterprises (SMEs) with a focus on engineering excellence and service longevity.

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Notice Title

CSP25580 - NeoDry Multi Stage Roots Pump

Notice Description

***** THIS IS A CONTRACT DETAILS NOTICE, NOT A CALL FOR COMPETITION ***** This procurement is being concluded following a limited competition procurement exercise. Brief Description of Requirement NeoDry multi stage roots pump required for ultra high vacuum deposition system for SRF thin film research program. These pumps have a 7 year long service period compared to other available options with only 2 year service periods. Allowing for longer operational periods without delays.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05f4fe
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/082554-2025
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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

42 - Industrial machinery


CPV Codes

42122450 - Vacuum pumps

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£11,250 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Dec 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
4 Dec 20255 months ago
Contract Period
11 Dec 2025 - 13 Dec 2025 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UK RESEARCH AND INNOVATION
Additional Buyers

UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LTD

Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SWINDON
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

JAPAN VACUUM INSTRUMENTS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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