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UKRI-5823 BAS - NIR HSI line scan setup

UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI)

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26 Feb 2026 at 11:52

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process, initiated by UK Research & Innovation (UKRI), involves the supply of a Near-Infrared Hyperspectral Imaging (NIR HSI) line scan setup to The British Antarctic Survey. This process falls under the industry category of laboratory, optical and precision equipment, and is managed by a public authority within the central government sector. The tendering process was conducted using a limited competition method below the threshold, indicating a procurement method tailored for more targeted supplier involvement. The contract award was completed on 26 February 2026, with UKRI based in Swindon, Wiltshire, spearheading the process, and the contract is active from 18 February 2026 to 30 March 2026.

This contract, valued at £77,251.18 gross, presents a notable opportunity for businesses specialising in laboratory and precision instruments to engage in a high-value contract with a reputable government agency. SME Laser 2000 (UK) Ltd, based in Huntingdon, is the successful supplier, reflecting opportunities for companies with expertise in optical technologies to expand their reach within the public sector. Organisations with capabilities in supplying sophisticated imaging equipment stand well-positioned to benefit from similar future tenders. This procurement highlights the potential for growth through forming strategic relationships with governmental research bodies, fostering advancements in scientific exploration and instrumentation.

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Notice Title

UKRI-5823 BAS - NIR HSI line scan setup

Notice Description

UKRI has appointed a supplier for the supply of NIR HSI line scan setup to The British Antarctic Survey.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-065ce1
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/017245-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - limited competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

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

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£64,375 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
17 Feb 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
18 Feb 2026 - 30 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
UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI)
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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

LASER 2000 (UK

Further Information

Notice Documents

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