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16 Jul 2026 at 08:30

Summary of the contracting process

The Defence Science and Technology Laboratory, a central government public authority located in Porton Down, Salisbury, led the procurement of a DRL Laser system under a direct procurement method. The process was undertaken below the competitive threshold, meaning no open competition was necessary. This contract falls under the 'goods' category, specifically targeting laser systems, and it serves the UKK region in the United Kingdom. The procurement process reached the award stage, with the contract signed on 18th June 2026 and running until 18th September 2026. The entire process was governed by the UKPGA legal basis 2023/54, ensuring compliance with relevant legislative frameworks.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses within the optical and laser technology industries, particularly those capable of supplying advanced laser systems. Medium-sized enterprises with the ability to deliver complex laser solutions could benefit greatly from such contracts. Being below the competitive threshold, this type of procurement might favour businesses that can establish strong direct relationships with governmental bodies, reducing the need for navigating extensive competitive bidding processes. Key to success in similar opportunities would be a business’s capability to meet exacting client requirements within tight timescales and to offer cutting-edge technology solutions.

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Notice Title

DSTL0000066551

Notice Description

Awarded contract: DRL Laser system

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06cc6c
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/067042-2026
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

38636100 - Lasers

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£52,045 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Jul 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
17 Jun 20261 months ago
Contract Period
18 Jun 2026 - 18 Sep 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
DEFENCE SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY LABORATORY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SALISBURY
Postcode
SP4 0JQ
Post Town
Salisbury
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK72 Wiltshire
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Wiltshire
Electoral Ward
Winterslow & Upper Bourne Valley
Westminster Constituency
Salisbury

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

PHOTONIC SOLUTIONS

Further Information

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