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UKRI-5923 GridTape TEM Camera

UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI)

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31 Mar 2026 at 14:19

Summary of the contracting process

UK Research & Innovation (UKRI), a central government public authority, has completed the procurement process for a GridTape TEM Camera. The contract, awarded to Advanced Microscopy Techniques, involved the purchase, installation, and training of the camera system, classified under goods, specifically photo or video attachments for microscopes. This procurement follows a 'below threshold - limited competition' procurement method, and the contract, valued at USD 106,000, spans from 30 March 2026 to 30 June 2026. The camera is to be delivered within the United Kingdom, particularly the East region.

This award creates growth opportunities for companies involved in microscopy and imaging solutions, particularly those able to offer specialised equipment like TEM cameras. Businesses with experience in supplying advanced imaging technologies could find similar opportunities with organisations like UKRI, which are looking to enhance research capabilities and infrastructure through targeted procurement processes. Small and medium enterprises that can compete effectively in limited competitive tendering may find this sector particularly rewarding, especially those with an existing footprint in the UK and flexibility to collaborate with governmental research entities.

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Notice Title

UKRI-5923 GridTape TEM Camera

Notice Description

UKRI have selected a supplier to purchase a GridTape TEM Camera from, including installation and training.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-067997
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029840-2026
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

38519300 - Photo or video attachments for microscopes

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£106,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
31 Mar 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
29 Mar 2026 - 30 Jun 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

ADVANCED MICROSCOPY TECHNIQUES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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