---
title: "In-Situ Optical Reflometer"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05a05e"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "ASTON UNIVERSITY"
published: "2025-09-23"
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# In-Situ Optical Reflometer

Buyer: ASTON UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05a05e

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## Summary

This public procurement process is conducted by Aston University for the supply of an In-Situ Optical Reflometer, categorised under laboratory, optical and precision equipment. Located in Birmingham, United Kingdom, the contract falls under the public authority - sub-central government classification. The procurement method used is direct, below threshold - without competition, and the procurement stage has reached completion with an award. The contract was signed on 23rd September 2025, and the contract period spans from 1st to 2nd October 2025. The purchase is valued at €40,000, and the supplier appointed is LayTec AG.

This opportunity can foster business growth for companies specialising in laboratory equipment, optical, and precision devices. Large-scale enterprises that possess expertise in these domains are particularly well-suited to supply such specialised equipment. Despite being a closed procurement, contracts like these highlight potential future opportunities for businesses looking to expand their footprint in academic and research institutions, particularly for those targeting partnerships with sub-central government entities in the UK.

## Notice

Supply of In-Situ Optical Reflometer

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/058977-2025 |
| 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 | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 23 Sep 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 22 Sep 2025 |
| Contract period | 30 Sep 2025 - 2 Oct 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £40,000 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | ASTON UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | BIRMINGHAM |
| Post town | Birmingham |
| Postcode | B4 7ET |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG31 Birmingham |
| Local authority | Birmingham |
| Electoral ward | Nechells |
| Westminster constituency | Birmingham Ladywood |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | LAYTEC |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 23 Sep 2025 at 14:45 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/058977-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/058977-2025
  23rd September 2025 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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