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GERSTEL TDU

DEFENCE SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY LABORATORY

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

ContractTermination

09 Apr 2026 at 10:34

Award

07 Jan 2026 at 11:56

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the GERSTEL TDU project initiated by the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory, a central government public authority located in Salisbury, United Kingdom, involved the acquisition of laboratory equipment. The contract, initially awarded and subsequently terminated, was titled "GERSTEL TDU" and involved the procurement of two Gerstel TDU Systems along with a one-year Premium Warranty. Although the contract was initially deemed complete and awarded to DA VINCI LABORATORY SOLUTION UK & IRELAND LIMITED in January 2026, it was terminated in April 2026 due to incorrect threshold details. The procurement process followed a 'below threshold' direct procurement method without competition, indicating a more streamlined approach.

This tender represented significant opportunities for businesses specialising in laboratory equipment, particularly those offering precision instruments. Companies such as small and medium enterprises (SMEs) with capabilities in laboratory technology could benefit from participating in similar opportunities, enjoying growth by aligning their offerings with government needs. The initial award to an SME like DA VINCI LABORATORY SOLUTION UK & IRELAND LIMITED underscores the potential for smaller companies to capitalise on government contracts, especially in the specialised field of laboratory and optical equipment. Engaging in such procurements can facilitate business expansion through entry into public sector markets and the fostering of long-term relationships with government entities.

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Notice Title

GERSTEL TDU

Notice Description

Qty 2 Gerstel TDU Systems and one-year Premium Warranty

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0600d9
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/032268-2026
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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£202,025 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Apr 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
6 Jan 20263 months ago
Contract Period
7 Jan 2026 - 30 Apr 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEFENCE SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY LABORATORY
Additional Buyers

MISSING

Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
SALISBURY
Postcode
SP4 0JQ
Post Town
Salisbury
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK72 Wiltshire
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Wiltshire
Electoral Ward
Winterslow & Upper Bourne Valley
Westminster Constituency
Salisbury

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

DA VINCI LABORATORY SOLUTION UK & IRELAND

Further Information

Notice Documents

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