Tender

High Speed Camera System

UNIVERSITY OF KENT

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03 Jun 2026 at 07:11

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28 May 2026 at 11:56

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Kent is seeking to procure a High-Speed Camera System for their Impact Facility, as part of the PROSPER project. This initiative focuses on addressing space debris issues and enhancing the understanding of hypervelocity impact events, supported by a European Research Council Consolidator Grant. The procurement process is in the tender update stage, employing an open procedure. Interested businesses can submit their tenders online until 29th June 2026, with the enquiry period closing on 22nd June 2026. Located in Canterbury, Kent, the contract will cover the delivery of equipment classified under cameras and speed camera equipment, with the contract term starting on 24th August 2026 and ending on 23rd August 2027.

This tender provides a substantial opportunity for businesses specialising in high-speed camera technology, particularly those with advancements in scientific equipment for space and planetary science applications. Companies experienced in delivering high-quality, precise optical instruments will be well-positioned to compete, focusing on technical capabilities weighted heavily at 80% against the price. SMEs in the scientific and technological sectors may particularly benefit from engaging with a well-regarded academic institution like the University of Kent, providing enhanced visibility and potential for future collaborations.

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Notice Title

High Speed Camera System

Notice Description

The Impact facility at the University of Kent is looking to procure a high-speed camera system for attachment onto a two-stage light gas gun as part of its new ERC funded project. The Impact Facility has been operating for over 30 years, focusing on the laboratory-based simulation of hypervelocity impact events relevant to spacecraft and planetary science. The Impact Group regularly presents results at national and international conferences and publishes across a range of science and technology focused journals. The funding acquired for this equipment is a European Research Council Consolidator Grant. The PROSPER project focuses on the growing issue of space debris, which poses a threat to orbiting satellites and continued safe access to space. The specific goals being addressed by the Impact Group will be: *Developing advanced detectors to better understand small debris *Studying how debris shape affects the damage it inflicts on spacecraft and ejecta that is created *Examining the potential side effects deorbiting satellites could bring when they re-enter the atmosphere

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06a792
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/052104-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)


CPV Codes

34971000 - Speed camera equipment

38651000 - Cameras

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£272,500 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£272,500 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Jun 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
29 Jun 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
24 Aug 2026 - 23 Aug 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF KENT
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CANTERBURY, KENT
Postcode
CT2 7NZ
Post Town
Canterbury
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ4 Kent
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ44 East Kent
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Canterbury
Electoral Ward
Blean Forest
Westminster Constituency
Canterbury

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