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UKRI-5953 Supply of Multispectral HASO Wavefront Sensor for EPAC Project

UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI)

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23 Mar 2026 at 11:18

Summary of the contracting process

UK Research & Innovation (UKRI), based in Swindon, Wiltshire, has completed a procurement process for the EPAC Project, acquiring a multispectral HASO wavefront sensor. The supply contract, valued at £59,532 gross, commenced on March 23, 2026, with completion slated for April 30, 2026. This procurement falls within the "Detection and analysis apparatus" industry category, specifically for goods, and the delivery location is identified as UKJ14. The process employed a direct procurement method, executed below threshold without competition, aligning with legal basis 2023/54.

This tender presents growth opportunities for suppliers providing advanced optical and laser analysis equipment, particularly small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) like Laser Components UK Ltd, the awardee of this contract. Businesses capable of delivering specialised diagnostic tools for high-power laser facilities can benefit significantly from engaging in similar procurements, enhancing their portfolio and strengthening partnerships within the central government market. The focused nature of the procurement allows businesses to showcase unique technological capabilities tailored to niche scientific projects.

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Notice Title

UKRI-5953 Supply of Multispectral HASO Wavefront Sensor for EPAC Project

Notice Description

Procurement of a multispectral wavefront sensor capable of analysing broadband laser pulses in narrow spectral bands (approx. 10-12 nm). The system will be used to diagnose chromatic and thermal effects within the EPAC 1 PW laser facility and support optimisation of its optical performance.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-067128
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026159-2026
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

38430000 - Detection and analysis apparatus

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£49,610 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Mar 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
23 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

LASER COMPONENTS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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