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title: "UKRI-5372 - Laser safety goggles for ion trap lab"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05d726"
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# UKRI-5372 - Laser safety goggles for ion trap lab

Buyer: UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI)  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05d726

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## Summary

The procurement process led by UK Research & Innovation (UKRI), located in Swindon, Wiltshire, involves the acquisition of laser safety goggles for the NQCC ion trap lab. This direct procurement was carried out under the title "UKRI-5372 - Laser safety goggles for ion trap lab." The process is categorised under the goods industry, specifically aimed at protective goggles as per CPV classification 33735100. The contract, awarded to Laser Physics UK, commenced on 30th October 2025 and is set to conclude on 1st December 2025. The procurement method employed was 'Below threshold - without competition,' indicating a straightforward and expedited purchasing approach.

This contract provides businesses specialising in eye protection equipment, particularly large-scale suppliers with the capability to meet specific scientific safety standards, with a distinct opportunity for growth. Although the procurement was conducted directly and did not involve competition, aligning offerings to meet the demands of organisations like UKRI can position businesses well for future tenders. Central government contracts in the scientific and research field can enhance a company's portfolio and demonstrate reliability in delivering specialised equipment.

## Notice

Procurement of 12 sets of laser safety goggles for the NQCC ion trap lab

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/069748-2025 |
| 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 | 30 Oct 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 29 Oct 2025 |
| Contract period | 30 Oct 2025 - 1 Dec 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £30,332 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI) |
| 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 | LASER PHYSICS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

### Codes

- 33735100 - Protective goggles

## Release History

- 30 Oct 2025 at 13:56 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/069748-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/069748-2025
  30th October 2025 - Contract details 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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