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Video Extensometry Upgrade

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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04 Mar 2026 at 16:16

Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence, located in Portsmouth, UK, has completed the procurement process for the "Video Extensometry Upgrade," focusing on scientific installations and analytical software. This project involves the supply and installation of a video extensometry system at HMNB Portsmouth, with aims to modernise materials testing capabilities. The procurement, categorised under goods, required direct procurement without competition, below threshold. The contract was awarded on 20th January 2026 and is active from 21st January 2026 until 20th January 2029, delivering in the United Kingdom.

This tender offers significant business growth opportunities for companies specialising in non-contact measurement systems, software installation, and support services. Ideal candidates include SMEs like ZwickRoell Ltd, who have expertise in supplying and supporting scientific and analytical software packages. Businesses that focus on high-accuracy strain measurement across various material types are well-positioned to benefit from and advance similar future projects within the defence sector and beyond. The procurement's focus on expanding in-house testing and compliance with ISO17025 underscores the importance of technical proficiency in competing for similar contracts.

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Notice Title

Video Extensometry Upgrade

Notice Description

This procurement is for the supply, installation, calibration and support of a non-contact video extensometry system (hardware and software) compatible with the existing 100kN Zwick 1474 tensile testing machine at 1710 Naval Air Squadron, HMNB Portsmouth. The new capability will enable high-accuracy, non-contact strain measurement for metallic, polymeric, composite and rubber materials testing, supporting ISO17025-accredited testing. The requirement includes installation, training, calibration, software compatibility with TestXpert III, and ongoing support to modernise existing equipment and expand in-house materials testing capability.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-066273
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019646-2026
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

45 - Construction work

48 - Software package and information systems


CPV Codes

45214630 - Scientific installations

48460000 - Analytical, scientific, mathematical or forecasting software package

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£74,035 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Jan 20261 months ago
Contract Period
21 Jan 2026 - 20 Jan 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MINISTRY OF DEFENCE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
PORTSMOUTH
Postcode
PO2 8BY
Post Town
Portsmouth
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ31 Portsmouth
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Portsmouth
Electoral Ward
Nelson
Westminster Constituency
Portsmouth North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ZWICKROELL

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