--- title: "UKRI-5015 HiLUX ULTRA Laser Phase 2" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-054532" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-054532" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-054532.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-054532.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI)" published: "2026-06-03" --- # UKRI-5015 HiLUX ULTRA Laser Phase 2 Buyer: UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI) Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-054532 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-054532) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-054532.json) ## Summary The UK Research & Innovation (UKRI), a central government public authority based in Swindon, Wiltshire, has been conducting a procurement process titled "UKRI-5015 HiLUX ULTRA Laser Phase 2." The process pertains to the industry category of laser systems and related technological enhancements. Originally initiated in June 2025, the procurement has undergone several stages, including the tender, award, and subsequent contract amendments. Despite its commencement, the contract was terminated by June 2026 due to project completion. This phase of the procurement was executed through a direct award to Photonic Solutions Ltd, recognising their unique capability to deliver the technically specific laser systems without introducing additional risks to the HiLUX programme. This procurement process, though discontinued, underscores substantial opportunities for businesses with capabilities in providing highly specialised technical equipment suited for research applications. Companies involved in manufacturing or supplying laser components, optical parametric amplifiers (OPAs), and synchronisation technology would be well-suited to explore similar future opportunities with large public bodies such as UKRI. The contract's technical requirements necessitate a supplier with an acute understanding of integration and compatibility, presenting a growth avenue for businesses that can deliver niche technological solutions that meet stringent government specifications. ## Notice UK Research and Innovation have a requirement for a laser system, including optical parametric amplifiers (OPAs) and a synchronisation module, to support the HiLUX project. ### Procurement Information To ensure full compatibility, reduce risk, and maintain project continuity, the system must be identical in design and functionality. A new supplier would require significant redevelopment of drivers and software, increasing cost and delays. Photonics Solutions is the only supplier able to meet the technical, operational, and schedule requirements without introducing additional risk to the HiLUX programme. This direct award is therefore justified on the grounds of technical compatibility. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/052132-2026 | | Notice type | UK11 - Contract Termination Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Direct | | Procurement method details | Direct award | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Large | | All stages | Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 3 Jun 2026 | | Submission deadline | Not specified | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 6 Jun 2025 | | Contract period | 15 Jul 2025 - 25 Mar 2026 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | £379,850 | | Contracts value | £379,850 | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Complete | | Lots status | Complete | | Awards status | Active | | Contracts status | Terminated | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI) | | Additional buyers | Missing; UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION | | Locality | SWINDON, WILTSHIRE | | Post town | Swindon | | Postcode | SN2 1FL | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire | | ITL 3 | TLK71 Swindon | | Local authority | Swindon | | Electoral ward | Rodbourne Cheney | | Westminster constituency | Swindon North | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 1 | | Supplier names | PHOTONIC SOLUTIONS | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses) ### Codes - 38636100 - Lasers ## Release History - 3 Jun 2026 at 08:25 - ContractTermination - UK11 - Contract Termination Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/052132-2026 - 21 Oct 2025 at 07:22 - ContractAmendment - UK10 - Contract Change Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/066924-2025 - 14 Oct 2025 at 14:35 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/065281-2025 - 9 Jun 2025 at 15:05 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031036-2025 - 9 Jun 2025 at 11:05 - Award - UK5 - Transparency Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030904-2025 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/052132-2026 3rd June 2026 - Contract termination notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/066924-2025 21st October 2025 - Contract change notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/065281-2025 14th October 2025 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031036-2025 9th June 2025 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030904-2025 9th June 2025 - Transparency notice on Find a Tender ## Notice URLs - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents - https://www.ukri.org/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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