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Magnetic Shielding

UNIVERSITY OF SUSSEX(THE)

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19 Feb 2026 at 10:01

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Sussex has completed a procurement process for the supply and installation of magnetic shielding enclosures, with the contract awarded on 18 February 2026 and spanning until 18 May 2026. The procurement method utilised was direct, below the threshold and without competition, specifically targeting the goods category within the laboratory, optical, and precision equipment industry. The process, conducted under the legal basis of UKPGA 2023/54, concluded at the award stage, resulting in an active contract valued at £147,780 gross. The delivery will take place in the UK South East region, ensuring the establishment of magnetic shielding systems.

This procurement creates significant growth opportunities specifically for businesses specialising in laboratory equipment installation and manufacturing. Magnetic Shields Limited, an SME located in Staplehurst, successfully secured the contract, indicating that businesses with expertise in precision equipment and magnetic technology have competitive potential in such tenders. Companies operating within close proximity to academic institutions or those with advanced technical capabilities will find such contracts beneficial for expanding their market presence and enhancing their portfolio of government or educational sector projects.

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Notice Title

Magnetic Shielding

Notice Description

Supply and installation of magnetic shielding enclosures.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0657c0
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/015078-2026
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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

51 - Installation services (except software)


CPV Codes

38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

51430000 - Installation services of laboratory equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£123,150 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Feb 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
18 Feb 20265 days ago
Contract Period
18 Feb 2026 - 18 May 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
UNIVERSITY OF SUSSEX(THE)
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
n.m.gillespie@sussex.ac.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
FALMER, BRIGHTON
Postcode
BN1 9RH
Post Town
Brighton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ21 Brighton and Hove
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Brighton and Hove
Electoral Ward
Coldean & Stanmer
Westminster Constituency
Brighton Pavilion

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

MAGNETIC SHIELDS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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