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16 Jul 2026 at 12:41

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process led by UK Research and Innovation, located in Swindon, involved a direct contract award for the replacement of a soft X-ray source tube. This contract falls under the category of services, specifically repair and maintenance services of X-ray equipment. The procurement method was below threshold and conducted without competition, as only TSI INSTRUMENTS LTD could fulfil the requirements. The procurement was initiated on 16th July 2026, with the contract period starting on 20th July 2026 and concluding on 31st March 2027. This tender is associated with the public authority central government industry category and the contract is complete with a final gross value of £14,460.

This tender creates business opportunities for companies specialising in X-ray equipment services, especially those experienced in niche markets requiring specific supplier capabilities. Businesses focusing on medical and research equipment maintenance could find significant growth opportunities by forming strategic partnerships or enhancing their technical capabilities for such highly specialised projects. The procurement tailored for TSI INSTRUMENTS LTD indicates a preference for established expertise in the field, offering insights into potential entry points for businesses seeking similar contracts.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

CSP26561 - Replacement of Soft X-ray Source Tube

Notice Description

***** THIS IS A CONTRACT DETAILS NOTICE, NOT A CALL FOR COMPETITION ***** This procurement is being concluded without competition as only a particular supplier can supply the works required. UK Research & Innovation require the replacement of a soft X-ray source tube.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06ccef
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/067271-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

50421200 - Repair and maintenance services of X-ray equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£12,050 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Jul 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
15 Jul 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
19 Jul 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 6-12 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 AND INNOVATION
Additional Buyers

UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LTD

Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
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

TSI INSTRUMENTS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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