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UKRI-5906 SPAD array for RASTMIN development microscope

UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI)

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17 Mar 2026 at 15:52

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process for the contract titled "UKRI-5906 SPAD array for RASTMIN development microscope" was initiated by UK Research & Innovation (UKRI), a central government public authority based in Swindon, Wiltshire, United Kingdom. This tender focused on procuring goods specifically related to laboratory, optical, and precision equipment, and was completed under a direct procurement method below the threshold without competition. The procurement process is now at the award stage, with the contract period running from 11th March 2026 to 30th April 2026. Key geographical delivery locations include the United Kingdom, specifically the region of UKJ14.

This tender presents opportunities for businesses specialising in laboratory and optical equipment to gain market access and enhance growth potential through government contracts. Genoa Instruments SRL, a small or medium-sized enterprise (SME) based in Italy, was successfully awarded the contract, showcasing potential for international business expansion within the public sector. Enterprises focused on precision optical alignment and laboratory developments would be well-suited to compete in similar tenders, capitalising on the demand for specialised equipment and innovative solutions that support research and development activities.

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Notice Title

UKRI-5906 SPAD array for RASTMIN development microscope

Notice Description

Procurement of a prism light system and a compatible workstation to support precision optical alignment, illumination control, and associated laboratory development activities.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-066c9c
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/024219-2026
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)


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
£51,375 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Mar 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
10 Mar 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
11 Mar 2026 - 30 Apr 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

GENOA INSTRUMENTS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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