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UKRI-5735 Origin Two 3D Printer

UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI)

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05 Feb 2026 at 15:32

Summary of the contracting process

UK Research & Innovation (UKRI) has completed a procurement process for the acquisition of an industrial 3D printing system under the project title "UKRI-5735 Origin Two 3D Printer". This procurement falls under the category of miscellaneous special-purpose machinery and is associated with the location of Swindon, Wiltshire. The process was conducted using a limited competition method due to its below-threshold status. Key dates include the contract award date on 5th February 2026, with the contract period spanning from 6th February to 31st March 2026. The procurement has now been finalised with the award given to Laser Lines Ltd.

This tender presents growth opportunities for businesses involved in manufacturing and supplying industrial-grade 3D printing equipment and associated support services. It is particularly suitable for small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with capabilities in supplying and supporting photopolymer 3D printing systems and post-processing equipment. Companies that can offer comprehensive installation and maintenance services alongside durable and reliable technology are well-positioned to compete in procurements of this nature, which can enhance their market reach and credibility within the public sector.

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Notice Title

UKRI-5735 Origin Two 3D Printer

Notice Description

The procurement covered the purchase of an industrial photopolymer 3D printing system and associated post-processing and safety equipment. The winning bid supplied a Stratasys Origin Two industrial 3D printer, including build accessories and starter materials, together with an Origin CureLite UV post-curing unit, a ProAero air extraction system, and a Memmert thermal post-cure oven. Resin materials and an additional build tray were included, alongside installation and standard support services

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-064936
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/010597-2026
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

42990000 - Miscellaneous special-purpose machinery

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£72,969 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
5 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
6 Feb 2026 - 31 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
William Garvey
Contact Email
william.garvey@ukri.org
Contact Phone
Not specified

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

LASER LINES

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