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CSP26389 - MSCL Sensors

UK RESEARCH AND INNOVATION

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31 Mar 2026 at 13:48

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves UK Research and Innovation as the buying organisation, located at Polaris House, North Star Avenue, Swindon. This contract, identified as CSP26389, pertains to the renewal service of MSCL Sensor Instruments, classified under the goods category, specifically 'Sensors', according to CPV codes. The procurement method utilised is a direct, below-threshold approach without competition due to technical reasons. Geotek Limited has been awarded the contract, which is set to begin on 1st April 2026 and proceed until 31st March 2027. The contract has a gross value of £15,420 with a signed date of 30th March 2026.

This tender can provide substantial opportunities for sensor technology businesses, especially those specialising in marine science and laboratory sensors. Geotek Limited, categorised as a small or medium-sized enterprise, underscores the value and potential for similar-sized companies to engage in such contracts. Given the specific technical requirements and direct procurement method, businesses with expertise in specialised sensor applications stand a strong chance of benefiting from similar procurement opportunities by aligning their offerings with the technical needs of public authorities.

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Notice Title

CSP26389 - MSCL Sensors

Notice Description

***** THIS IS A CONTRACT DETAILS NOTICE, NOT A CALL FOR COMPETITION ***** This procurement is being concluded without competition due to an absence of competition for technical reasons. UKRI require a renewal service for their MSCL Sensor Instruments.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-067970
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029791-2026
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

35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment


CPV Codes

35125100 - Sensors

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£12,850 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
31 Mar 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Mar 20265 days ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 6-12 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 AND INNOVATION
Additional Buyers

UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LTD

Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SWINDON
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

GEOTEK

Further Information

Notice Documents

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