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Helios 5 Hydra UX

THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM

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18 Mar 2026 at 14:40

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Birmingham has completed a procurement process for the "Helios 5 Hydra UX" in the industry category of goods, specifically lasers. The contract, awarded to FEI UK Limited, was finalised using a direct procurement method, described as below threshold and without competition. Located in Birmingham, UK, this procurement process reached the award stage on 18 March 2026, following a signed contract by 10 February 2025, for a period stretching from 11 February 2025 to 28 February 2026. The project's legal basis conforms to UKPGA 2023/54, and the procurement value amounts to £81,337.92 excluding VAT.

This tender provides opportunities for businesses involved in providing advanced laser technology and related goods. Due to the direct procurement method, this contract is particularly suited for SMEs with the capability to deliver high-quality laser products as specified. By securing contracts such as this, businesses can broaden their reach within the public authority sector, enhancing their portfolio and showcasing their expertise to influential institutions like The University of Birmingham, thereby positioning themselves for future collaborative opportunities.

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Notice Title

Helios 5 Hydra UX

Notice Description

Helios 5 Hydra UX , as per ssa process.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-066dcf
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/024688-2026
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

38636100 - Lasers

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£81,337 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Mar 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
10 Feb 20251 years ago
Contract Period
11 Feb 2025 - 28 Feb 2026 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B15 2TT
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Edgbaston
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Edgbaston

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

FEI

Further Information

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