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title: "LCMS Procurement"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "DEFENCE SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY LABORATORY"
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# LCMS Procurement

Buyer: DEFENCE SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY LABORATORY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-91eddd1f-a16c-4288-be26-7d7a8e0ea388

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## Summary

The Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl), located in Salisbury, England, has successfully completed the procurement process titled "LCMS Procurement," which falls under the industry category of laboratory, optical, and precision equipment excluding glasses. The procurement was managed through a selective method via a call-off from a framework agreement. The procurement process began with the tender period concluding on 21st November 2025, and the contract period running from 27th January 2026 to 6th April 2026. The total value of the contract amounts to £915,614.30, and it carries the status of 'complete.' The contracting process reached the award stage on 12th February 2026, as detailed in a contract award notice for transparency purchases.

This procurement offers significant opportunities for businesses involved in the production and supply of laboratory and precision equipment. While the contract was awarded to Agilent Technologies UK Limited, the process highlights the potential for large-scale manufacturers capable of supplying high-value equipment to engage with government tenders. Businesses not categorised as SMEs or VCSEs would be particularly suited to participate in similar future tenders, especially those with an existing capability to operate under framework agreements. Expanding into public contracts such as these can help firms scale operations and enhance their portfolio within the high-tech equipment market segment.

## Notice

Contract Award Notice published for Transparency Purchases only

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cdc0bca6-7315-440f-8af4-dc4ca427988d |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 12 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 21 Nov 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 27 Jan 2026 |
| Contract period | 27 Jan 2026 - 6 Apr 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £915,614 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £915,614 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DEFENCE SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY LABORATORY |
| Locality | SALISBURY |
| Post town | Salisbury |
| Postcode | SP4 0JQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire |
| ITL 3 | TLK72 Wiltshire |
| Local authority | Wiltshire |
| Electoral ward | Winterslow & Upper Bourne Valley |
| Westminster constituency | Salisbury |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | AGILENT TECHNOLOGIES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 12 Feb 2026 at 11:18 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cdc0bca6-7315-440f-8af4-dc4ca427988d
- 11 Feb 2026 at 14:30 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cdc0bca6-7315-440f-8af4-dc4ca427988d

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cdc0bca6-7315-440f-8af4-dc4ca427988d
  12th February 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/c67c0fff-e879-4f17-83d9-dc779746f5dd
  DSTL Purchase Order

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