---
title: "UKRI-5553 Accelerometers- Uniaxial Shock"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05f6e6"
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published: "2026-03-31"
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# UKRI-5553 Accelerometers- Uniaxial Shock

Buyer: UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI)  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05f6e6

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## Summary

The procurement process "UKRI-5553 Accelerometers- Uniaxial Shock" was managed by UK Research & Innovation (UKRI), a central government public authority located in Swindon, Wiltshire, United Kingdom. This tender involved the supply of accelerometers, classified under electrical equipment and apparatus, with a geographical focus in the UK. It progressed quickly, with the contract awarded to Kistler Instruments Ltd and signed on 15 December 2025. The contract term ran until 31 March 2026. This procurement was conducted under a 'below threshold - limited competition' method, highlighting a focused approach in supplier selection for this tender.

This procurement provided business growth opportunities particularly for suppliers in the electrical apparatus industry. As the process involved limited competition, businesses offering specialised goods such as high specification accelerometers had an advantageous positioning. Kistler Instruments Ltd, a small to medium enterprise (SME), secured the contract, demonstrating how SMEs can succeed in government tenders when meeting precise technical criteria. Enterprises looking to enter similar government supply chains could find opportunities by developing niche products meeting UKRI's rigorous standards. Engaging in contracts like these can strengthen relationships within the public sector and enhance reputational standing in the industry.

## Notice

Supply of 10 000g K-Shear(r) Accelerometers and Connecting Cables

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029377-2026 |
| Notice type | UK11 - Contract Termination 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 | 31 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 15 Dec 2025 |
| Contract period | 16 Dec 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £73,628 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting

### Codes

- 31600000 - Electrical equipment and apparatus

## Release History

- 31 Mar 2026 at 07:03 - ContractTermination - UK11 - Contract Termination Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029377-2026
- 16 Dec 2025 at 14:52 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/083445-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029377-2026
  31st March 2026 - Contract termination notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/083445-2025
  16th December 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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