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UKRI-5954 Replacement mirror substrates for EPAC

UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI)

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24 Mar 2026 at 11:39

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process, led by UK Research & Innovation (UKRI), involves the procurement of precision-polished mirror substrates for the EPAC project. This procurement falls within the industry category of specialist optical instruments, with Manx Precision Optics Ltd, located in the Isle of Man, as the awarded supplier. The primary procurement method was direct, and the process was completed without competition, categorised as a below-threshold acquisition. The award and contract were signed on 24th March 2026, with the contractual period extending from 25th March to 30th May 2026. The goods are to be delivered within the United Kingdom, specifically in the region of UKJ14.

This tender provides an opportunity for businesses specialising in optics and precision instruments to supply high-quality mirror substrates needed for advanced scientific projects. Given the direct procurement approach and the focus on technical consistency, businesses with established expertise and a track record in this area would be well-suited to pursue similar future opportunities. SMEs that can demonstrate technical prowess and the ability to fulfil specialised requirements stand to benefit significantly as suppliers in such precision-focused procurements. Moreover, this project underscores the potential for growth in collaborations with central governmental bodies, illustrating how niche manufacturing capabilities can leverage government-led innovation projects for expansion.

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Notice Title

UKRI-5954 Replacement mirror substrates for EPAC

Notice Description

Procurement of precision-polished mirror substrates for coating, awarded to the previous specialist supplier MPO to ensure continuity and technical consistency.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-067284
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026718-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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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

38636000 - Specialist optical instruments

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£33,200 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
24 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
25 Mar 2026 - 30 May 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

MANX PRECISION OPTICS

Further Information

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