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UKRI-5959 Sample Scanner

UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI)

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30 Mar 2026 at 09:28

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process managed by UK Research & Innovation (UKRI), based in Swindon, Wiltshire, was successfully completed with the award of the tender titled "UKRI-5959 Sample Scanner" in the industry category of "Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excluding glasses)". The procurement method was limited competition below the threshold, and the key dates include the contract's awarding and signing on 26th March 2026, with active contract status as of 31st March 2026. FastMicro BV, a large-scale supplier from the Netherlands, was awarded the contract, reflecting an active contract stage with a gross value of €94,502. The procurement was guided by UK legislation 2023/54, ensuring compliance and alignment with central government public authority requirements.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for growth in the niche sector of laboratory and precision instruments. Businesses in this field, especially those capable of innovation in particulate analysis, can find similar procurement processes advantageous due to the specialised nature of the equipment requested. With the procurement involving limited competition, enterprises that can offer distinct, cutting-edge analytical solutions will likely have a competitive advantage. Engaging in such strategic government contracts can build credibility and open doors to future collaborative projects within the UK's public sector. Businesses with capabilities to deliver high-quality goods in this sphere, particularly those looking to establish or expand their presence in the UK market, are well-suited for similar opportunities.

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Notice Title

UKRI-5959 Sample Scanner

Notice Description

Sample Scanner for particulate analysis

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-067763
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028914-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - limited competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

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
£94,502 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Mar 20265 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
26 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
26 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2026 30 days
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

FASTMICRO

Further Information

Notice Documents

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