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CSP26560 - HiLUX upgrade

UK RESEARCH AND INNOVATION

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01 Jun 2026 at 08:07

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process titled "CSP26560 - HiLUX upgrade" was conducted by UK Research and Innovation, located in Swindon, United Kingdom. This procurement is classified under the industry category of laboratory, optical, and precision equipment. The procurement was executed using a direct procurement method due to absence of competition for technical reasons, wherein only a particular supplier could supply the necessary goods and services. The procurement process has reached the contract award stage, with the contract being signed on 27 May 2026, running from 28 May 2026 to 30 November 2026. The total contract value is £12,571.30, and the contract was awarded to SHIMADZU UK LIMITED.

This tender presents opportunities for suppliers who specialise in laboratory and precision equipment, particularly those capable of delivering complex technical solutions. It is well-suited for businesses that can meet specific, high-precision demands, potentially leading to further engagements with public authorities such as UK Research and Innovation. Companies involved in similar supply chains or those looking to establish a foothold in the public sector would benefit from exploring similar procurement opportunities, as they often seek specialised technical expertise. SHIMADZU UK LIMITED, being a small and medium-sized enterprise (SME), exemplifies an ideal candidate profile that other SMEs can aspire to in competing for such contracts.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

CSP26560 - HiLUX upgrade

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, only a particular supplier can supply the goods, services or works required. Contract details notice for the supply of Solvent Delivery Pump including installation and shipping to UKRI

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06a9cd
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/051166-2026
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

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
£12,571 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Jun 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
26 May 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
27 May 2026 - 30 Nov 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Buyer & Supplier

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

SHIMADZU

Further Information

Notice Documents

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