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UKRI-5786 Scientific User Oscilloscopes for CLARA Users

UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI)

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13 Feb 2026 at 12:48

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for UK Research & Innovation (UKRI) involved the purchase of scientific oscilloscopes for CLARA Users, with the contracting title "UKRI-5786 Scientific User Oscilloscopes for CLARA Users". The procurement was overseen by UKRI, a central government public authority based in Swindon, Wiltshire, United Kingdom. The procurement stage is complete, with the contract being awarded on 13th February 2026 and signed the same day, set to commence on 16th February 2026 and conclude on 16th February 2027. The procurement falls under the goods category, specifically targeting oscilloscopes. The procurement method was direct, executed below the threshold without competition due to disproportionate technical compatibility reasons.

This tender offers a significant opportunity for businesses involved in the production or supply of scientific and technical equipment. Companies like SMEs specialising in high-precision instruments are well-positioned to benefit from similar contract opportunities. Although competition was absent in this instance due to specific technical requirements, keeping abreast with UKRI’s procurement practices can help businesses align their offerings with public sector needs in future tenders. Teledyne GmbH, a supplier based in Heidelberg, Germany, epitomises the types of specialised businesses that succeed in securing such contracts, highlighting the potential for international collaboration and growth in the scientific instrumentation industry.

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Notice Title

UKRI-5786 Scientific User Oscilloscopes for CLARA Users

Notice Description

One LeCroy Wavepro 254HD Oscilloscope with Digital Filter Software and Spectrum Analyzer, two HDO6104B oscilloscopes with digital filter and spectrum analyser. Competition is absent for disproportionate technical compatibility reasons.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0653de
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/013398-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

38342000 - Oscilloscopes

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£79,216 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Feb 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
13 Feb 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
16 Feb 2026 - 16 Feb 2027 1-2 years
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
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

TELEDYNE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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