---
title: "UKRI-5449 Resolve handheld Raman device"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05e60f"
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current_stage: "Award"
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published: "2025-11-21"
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# UKRI-5449 Resolve handheld Raman device

Buyer: UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI)  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05e60f

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## Summary

In the procurement process initiated by UK Research & Innovation (UKRI), titled "UKRI-5449 Resolve handheld Raman device," the buying organisation sought a Raman chemical identification system employing Spatially Offset Raman Spectroscopy. This procurement falls under the 'goods' category, specifically aimed at spectroscopy devices, with its location in Swindon, Wiltshire, United Kingdom. The procurement stage is now complete as of 21 November 2025, with the contract awarded to Agilent Technologies LDA UK Limited. Relevant legal frameworks include directive 2023/54, and the procurement method used was direct, below threshold without competition, highlighting a targeted approach for specialised equipment acquisition.

This tender offers significant opportunity for businesses specialising in sophisticated scientific equipment, particularly those within the spectroscopy technology sector. It presents collaborative prospects for large-scale enterprises capable of producing advanced Raman devices. With UKRI's confirmed investment, valued at £46,810.20, businesses that can meet such precise technological demands could establish robust partnerships and potentially gain access to future government contracts. For businesses, participation in such tenders enhances market presence and lays the groundwork for expansion within the public sector sphere.

## Notice

UK Research and Innovation had a requirement for a Raman chemical identification system using Spatially Offset Raman Spectroscopy.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/075920-2025 |
| 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 | 21 Nov 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 14 Nov 2025 |
| Contract period | 21 Nov 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £46,810 |

## 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 | AGILENT TECHNOLOGIES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

### Codes

- 33114000 - Spectroscopy devices

## Release History

- 21 Nov 2025 at 10:35 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/075920-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/075920-2025
  21st November 2025 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

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