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SEA-19419 - Multifunction Calibrator

DEFENCE EQUIPMENT AND SUPPORT

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17 Feb 2026 at 08:12

UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The recent contract award with ID 014091-2026 was issued by Defence Equipment and Support, a central government buyer located in Sealand, United Kingdom. This procurement process involved the acquisition of a high-performance Multifunction Calibrator essential for the maintenance and servicing of Ministry of Defence equipment. The contract was awarded on 17th February 2026 to Fluke, a large supplier based in Norwich. The procurement process was direct and below the threshold, meaning it proceeded without competition. The award marks the final stage of the procurement, with the contract scheduled to run from 17th February 2026 to 29th January 2029. The goods involved belong to the calibration weights category, with a total contract value of £132,256.80 (gross).

This tender provides substantial opportunities for firms specialising in precision calibration equipment and related services. Businesses with expertise in engineering solutions and the supply of advanced calibration instruments would find this contract particularly relevant. Since the procurement method was direct, it highlights opportunities for large-scale suppliers capable of delivering niche or specialised equipment essential for government operations. Engaging with such bids not only benefits the supplier through financial gains but also enhances industry presence within the defence sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

SEA-19419 - Multifunction Calibrator

Notice Description

This asset is a High Performance Multifunction Calibrator that will be used in repair and servicing of MOD equipment. Key features are: Calibrate up to long-scale 8.5 digit digital multimeters and RF voltmeters with wideband option. Improved AC voltage, AC current, and resistance specifications for increased test uncertainty ratios (TURs). 6.5-inch VGA touchscreen, a full-color interface, and Visual Connection Management(tm) output terminals Full Met/CAL(r) compatibility with 5700A and 5720A procedures The total cost is PS110214.00

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-065587
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/014091-2026
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

38311210 - Calibration weights

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£110,214 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Feb 20265 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
17 Feb 20266 days ago
Contract Period
17 Feb 2026 - 29 Jan 2029 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DEFENCE EQUIPMENT AND SUPPORT
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
des-deca-procurement@mod.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
SEALAND
Postcode
CH5 2LS
Post Town
Chester
Country
Wales
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL3 North Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL34 Flintshire and Wrexham
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Flintshire
Electoral Ward
Queensferry and Sealand
Westminster Constituency
Alyn and Deeside

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

FLUKE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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