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24 Jul 2026 at 15:26

Summary of the contracting process

The UK Research & Innovation (UKRI), a central government public authority, is actively seeking to contract a supplier for an Automated Tunnel Washer System. This procurement falls under the categories of laboratory, optical, and precision equipment, with a delivery location in the region of UKH12, United Kingdom. The process is currently at the tender stage and employs an open, competitive flexible procedure, requiring interested suppliers to complete a Security Gateway process for accessing tender documents. The key dates include an enquiry period closing on 27th August 2026, a tender period ending on 11th September 2026, and the award period concluding on 18th September 2026. The total estimated contract value is £1,900,000 with a gross amount of £2,280,000, and the contract period is set from 2nd October 2026 to 31st July 2030.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in manufacturing and supplying laboratory and precision equipment, particularly those capable of delivering advanced tunnel washer systems. The procurement's focus on quality and technical criteria, alongside competitive pricing, suggests that companies excelling in innovation and cost efficiency will be well-positioned to succeed. Participation requires electronic submission through the Atamis eSourcing platform with all communication in English. By engaging with this opportunity, businesses not only stand to secure a substantial contract but also to strengthen their market position and reputation within the public sector. The long-term nature of the contract period offers further prospects of stable revenue and potential for growth in related areas.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

UKRI-6001 Automated Washer System

Notice Description

UKRI wishes to establish a Contract for the provision of an Automated Tunnel Washer System through a Competitive Flexible Procedure. Access to the tender documentation is subject to completion of a Security Gateway process and only suppliers that successfully satisfy the Security Gateway requirements will be provided access to the tender documents.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06d3a8
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/070474-2026
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
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

42 - Industrial machinery


CPV Codes

38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

42995100 - Tunnel washer

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,900,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£1,900,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
11 Sep 20262 months to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Oct 2026 - 31 Jul 2030 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI)
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, WILTSHIRE
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
TLH12 Cambridgeshire CC

Local Authority
Swindon
Electoral Ward
Rodbourne Cheney
Westminster Constituency
Swindon North

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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