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title: "UKRI-5299 Phosphate Glass Rods - Gemini Quantel Pump Lasers Spares"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05ccb4"
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current_stage: "Award"
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published: "2026-03-31"
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# UKRI-5299 Phosphate Glass Rods - Gemini Quantel Pump Lasers Spares

Buyer: UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI)  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05ccb4

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## Summary

The procurement process initiated by UK Research & Innovation (UKRI) involved the tender titled "UKRI-5299 Phosphate Glass Rods - Gemini Quantel Pump Lasers Spares". This procurement was primarily focused on supplying spare phosphate glass rods for the Gemini Quantel Pump Lasers at the Central Laser Facility, and falls under the goods industry category, specifically lasers as per CPV classification 38636100. The procurement process included a direct award method due to technical reasons, with PHOTONIC SOLUTIONS LIMITED being the sole supplier able to deliver the necessary components. The contract spanned from 31st October 2025 to 29th January 2026, with the primary delivery location being the United Kingdom. The tender was based in Swindon, Wiltshire, with UKRI acting as a central government public authority.

This contract presents a unique opportunity for companies within the laser manufacturing and supply industry to establish a relationship with a central government authority like UKRI, thereby enhancing their portfolio and developing strategic partnerships. The procurement's direct award method, driven by technical exigencies, highlights the value placed on specialised suppliers capable of delivering specific compatible parts. Companies with expertise in high precision laser components that meet stringent compatibility requirements can leverage such procurements to expand their market presence. Engaging in such contracts not only fosters business growth but also solidifies a company's reputation as a specialised supplier in the governmental domain.

## Notice

UKRI has a requirement for spare phosphate glass rods for the Gemini Quantel Pump Lasers at the Central Laser Facility, STFC.

### Procurement Information

This is the only supplier that can supply compatible parts needed for existing equipment

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029711-2026 |
| Notice type | UK11 - Contract Termination Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Direct award |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 31 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 12 Oct 2025 |
| Contract period | 31 Oct 2025 - 29 Jan 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £170,459 |
| Contracts value | £170,509 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Active, Pending |
| Contracts status | Terminated |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI) |
| Additional buyers | Missing; UK RESEARCH AND 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

- 31 Mar 2026 at 13:04 - ContractTermination - UK11 - Contract Termination Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029711-2026
- 5 Nov 2025 at 09:37 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/071108-2025
- 17 Oct 2025 at 09:26 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/066173-2025
- 14 Oct 2025 at 15:59 - Award - UK5 - Transparency Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/065352-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029711-2026
  31st March 2026 - Contract termination notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/071108-2025
  5th November 2025 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/066173-2025
  17th October 2025 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/065352-2025
  14th October 2025 - Transparency notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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