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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process managed by UK Research & Innovation (UKRI) involved the direct award for the provision of a Hyperpolarisation System at the MRC Laboratory of Molecular Biology. The contract, identified as UKRI-6070, falls under the category of goods, specifically nuclear magnetic resonance scanners, and is located in the United Kingdom within the 'UKK14' region. The procurement transitioned to a direct award after no compliant bids were received in the initial competitive procedure, in accordance with the Procurement Act 2023. The procurement process is complete, with the contract period running from 18th June 2026 to 19th June 2028. The gross contract value is GBP £604,100.00.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specializing in advanced scientific equipment, particularly those involved in nuclear magnetic resonance technology. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in the manufacture or supply of such cutting-edge equipment stand to benefit from such contracts, as evidenced by the successful bid from Sheffield SpinTec Ltd. Such ventures can boost growth potential for businesses that can provide innovative solutions and high-tech equipment to government-backed research initiatives. Businesses located within the UK, and especially those familiar with public authority procurement compliance, would find themselves well-suited to participate in similar future opportunities.

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Notice Title

MRC LMS Hyperpolarisation System

Notice Description

The provision of Hyperpolarisation System at LMS.

Procurement Information

An open competitive procedure was conducted; however, no compliant bids were received. The authority therefore switched to a direct award in accordance with Section 43 of the Procurement Act 2023.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06ad22
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/057788-2026
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
Direct award
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

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


CPV Codes

33113110 - Nuclear magnetic resonance scanners

38970000 - Research, testing and scientific technical simulator

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£503,400 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
£503,400 £500K-£1M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Jun 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
11 May 20262 months ago
Contract Period
18 Jun 2026 - 19 Jun 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active, Pending
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

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

SHEFFIELD SPINTEC

Further Information

Notice Documents

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