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title: "DDaT25506 - Waveplates for laser build"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05e856"
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# DDaT25506 - Waveplates for laser build

Buyer: UK RESEARCH AND INNOVATION  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05e856

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## Summary

The procurement process managed by UK Research and Innovation involves the acquisition of waveplates for laser build, identified as contract DDaT25506. This procurement falls under the industry category of optical instruments, with a geographic location specified as the United Kingdom. The contract stage is complete, following a limited competition method, part of procedures below the threshold. Key dates include the contract period starting from 18th November 2025 and ending on 6th February 2026. The contract has an associated value of USD 35,328 and was formalised on 17th November 2025. The buyer’s contact point is reachable at commercial@ukri.org.

This tender represents an opportunity for businesses specializing in optical instruments, specifically those capable of supplying high-quality waveplates for laser systems. The procurement method being limited competition implies it is particularly suitable for small to medium enterprises with niche expertise in optics. Companies fitting this profile should be positioned to leverage such procurement opportunities to bolster their business growth, potentially establishing or enhancing their presence within the UK public procurement market. CASIX Inc, an SME from China, has been awarded this contract, indicating a willingness to engage with international suppliers that meet the quality and technical requirements.

## Notice

***** THIS IS AN AWARD NOTICE, NOT A CALL FOR COMPETITION ***** This procurement is being concluded following a limited competition procurement exercise. Purchase of Waveplates for laser build

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/076858-2025 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - limited competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 25 Nov 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 17 Nov 2025 |
| Contract period | 18 Nov 2025 - 6 Feb 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £35,328 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UK RESEARCH AND INNOVATION |
| Additional buyers | UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LTD |
| Locality | SWINDON |
| 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 | CASIX |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38600000 - Optical instruments

## Release History

- 25 Nov 2025 at 13:14 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/076858-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/076858-2025
  25th November 2025 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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