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UKRI-5752 Handheld high resolution gamma spectrometer

UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI)

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13 Feb 2026 at 09:42

Summary of the contracting process

UK Research & Innovation (UKRI) has concluded a procurement process for the acquisition of a lightweight handheld high resolution gamma spectrometer, alongside relevant software. The process was a direct award without competition, classified as "below threshold," which falls under the legal framework defined by UKPGA 2023/54. The contract proceeding to award involves Ametek (GB) Ltd, a large enterprise located in Leicester, and the equipment will be delivered within the United Kingdom, specifically to the region coded as UKJ14. The procurement, now at the award stage, began on 6th February 2026 and concluded with signing on 5th February 2026, with the contract period lasting until 20th February 2026. The total contract value was set at £99,650, while the gross amount was £119,580.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in spectroscopy devices and related software integration, as evidenced by its focus on high precision, portable gamma spectrometers. While the procurement method was direct, typically favouring suppliers with pre-existing relationships or specific capabilities aligning with urgent requirements, it underscores potential future prospects for enterprises that offer innovative and robust scientific equipment solutions. Companies with expertise in scientific instrumentation, particularly those geared towards governmental or public authority needs, would find this sector ripe for growth and collaboration, as established by UKRI's active engagement in technological advancements for research purposes.

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Notice Title

UKRI-5752 Handheld high resolution gamma spectrometer

Notice Description

Purchase of a light weight handheld high resolution gamma spectrometer including relevant software.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-065378
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/013236-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products


CPV Codes

33114000 - Spectroscopy devices

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£99,650 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Feb 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
5 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
6 Feb 2026 - 20 Feb 2026 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 & INNOVATION (UKRI)
Contact Name
MRC Procurement
Contact Email
mrcprocurement@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

AMETEK (GB

Further Information

Notice Documents

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