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Supply of High precision non-contact optical metrology system

SHEFFIELD HALLAM UNIVERSITY

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20 Feb 2026 at 15:49

Summary of the contracting process

Sheffield Hallam University has concluded the procurement process for the supply, installation, and support of a high-precision non-contact optical metrology system, located at the City Campus in Sheffield, United Kingdom. Falling under the public authority sub-central government category, this tender is part of the goods industry sector. The procurement, identified by the title "Supply of High precision non-contact optical metrology system," followed a direct method below the threshold without competition. The contract began on 15 January 2026 and will be active until 31 March 2026, carrying a gross value of £194,894.89 as of the signing date, 15 January 2026.

The completed contract with the supplier, OPTIMAX IMAGING, INSPECTION AND MEASUREMENT LTD, presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in metrology and measurement technology. The procurement of non-contact optical metrology systems might interest large-scale enterprises capable of providing sophisticated metering instruments. As a pivotal step in expanding technological offerings, this tender underscores the demand for innovation in precision instrumentation, bolstering growth opportunities for businesses operating within the measurement and optical inspection sectors.

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Notice Title

Supply of High precision non-contact optical metrology system

Notice Description

Supply, Installation, of Support of High precision non-contact optical metrology system

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06598e
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/015799-2026
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

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


CPV Codes

38410000 - Metering instruments

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£162,412 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Feb 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
15 Jan 20261 months ago
Contract Period
15 Jan 2026 - 31 Mar 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
SHEFFIELD HALLAM UNIVERSITY
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
strategicprocurement@shu.ac.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
SHEFFIELD
Postcode
S1 1WB
Post Town
Sheffield
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE3 South Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE32 Sheffield
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Sheffield
Electoral Ward
City
Westminster Constituency
Sheffield Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

OPTIMAX IMAGING, INSPECTION AND MEASUREMENT

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