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UKRI-5683 Bespoke data acquisition system for muon spectrometers

UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI)

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16 Feb 2026 at 08:54

Summary of the contracting process

The contracting process led by UK Research & Innovation (UKRI) focuses on procuring a bespoke data acquisition system for muon spectrometers. Situated in Swindon, Wiltshire, this central government authority aims to enhance ISIS experimental workflows with high-speed digitisation and integrated detector control. The procurement, classified under industrial process control equipment, has reached the award stage, with the contract being activated on 16 February 2026. Conducted via a direct procurement method below the threshold without competition, the process emphasises swift and efficient intervention. With critical dates such as contract start and end from 18 February to 31 March 2026, businesses in the industrial control sector are encouraged to note the evolving opportunities in the UK region.

This procurement presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in industrial process control equipment, particularly those with capabilities in bespoke system integration and high-speed data acquisition technology. Large enterprises like NUCLEAR INSTRUMENTS S.r.l., which are adept in handling complex technical requirements, would find this tender fitting due to its specialised needs in support of advanced scientific research. Companies with innovative capabilities in real-time processing systems or niche technologies that can complement UKRI's objectives could employ strategic partnerships or consortiums to enhance their bid potential in future opportunities of similar scope, further solidifying their presence in the market.

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Notice Title

UKRI-5683 Bespoke data acquisition system for muon spectrometers

Notice Description

A bespoke DAQ-121 data acquisition system to support ISIS muon spectrometers, providing high-speed digitisation, real-time processing and integrated detector control developed specifically for ISIS experimental workflows.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06547b
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/013677-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award 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

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


CPV Codes

38810000 - Industrial process control equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£103,732 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Feb 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
16 Feb 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
18 Feb 2026 - 31 Mar 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

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

NUCLEAR INSTRUMENTS

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