---
title: "GERSTEL TDU"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0600d9"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "DEFENCE SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY LABORATORY"
published: "2026-04-09"
---

# GERSTEL TDU

Buyer: DEFENCE SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY LABORATORY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0600d9

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## Summary

The procurement process for the GERSTEL TDU project initiated by the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory, a central government public authority located in Salisbury, United Kingdom, involved the acquisition of laboratory equipment. The contract, initially awarded and subsequently terminated, was titled "GERSTEL TDU" and involved the procurement of two Gerstel TDU Systems along with a one-year Premium Warranty. Although the contract was initially deemed complete and awarded to DA VINCI LABORATORY SOLUTION UK & IRELAND LIMITED in January 2026, it was terminated in April 2026 due to incorrect threshold details. The procurement process followed a 'below threshold' direct procurement method without competition, indicating a more streamlined approach.

This tender represented significant opportunities for businesses specialising in laboratory equipment, particularly those offering precision instruments. Companies such as small and medium enterprises (SMEs) with capabilities in laboratory technology could benefit from participating in similar opportunities, enjoying growth by aligning their offerings with government needs. The initial award to an SME like DA VINCI LABORATORY SOLUTION UK & IRELAND LIMITED underscores the potential for smaller companies to capitalise on government contracts, especially in the specialised field of laboratory and optical equipment. Engaging in such procurements can facilitate business expansion through entry into public sector markets and the fostering of long-term relationships with government entities.

## Notice

Qty 2 Gerstel TDU Systems and one-year Premium Warranty

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/032268-2026 |
| Notice type | UK11 - Contract Termination Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 9 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 6 Jan 2026 |
| Contract period | 7 Jan 2026 - 30 Apr 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £202,025 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DEFENCE SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY LABORATORY |
| Additional buyers | Missing |
| Locality | SALISBURY |
| Post town | Salisbury |
| Postcode | SP4 0JQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire |
| ITL 3 | TLK72 Wiltshire |
| Local authority | Wiltshire |
| Electoral ward | Winterslow & Upper Bourne Valley |
| Westminster constituency | Salisbury |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | DA VINCI LABORATORY SOLUTION UK & IRELAND |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

## Release History

- 9 Apr 2026 at 10:34 - ContractTermination - UK11 - Contract Termination Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/032268-2026
- 7 Jan 2026 at 11:56 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/001011-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/032268-2026
  9th April 2026 - Contract termination notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/001011-2026
  7th January 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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