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title: "CSP26007 - Vacuum Compatible High Precision Stages for the Recombination Mirror for AMO Beamline"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-060598"
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published: "2026-01-14"
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# CSP26007 - Vacuum Compatible High Precision Stages for the Recombination Mirror for AMO Beamline

Buyer: UK RESEARCH AND INNOVATION  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-060598

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## Summary

UK Research and Innovation, based in Swindon, has recently concluded a procurement process titled "CSP26007 - Vacuum Compatible High Precision Stages for the Recombination Mirror for AMO Beamline." This procurement primarily falls under the "Laboratory, optical and precision equipment" category and was conducted using a direct procurement method due to technical exclusivity, without any competitive process. The contract was signed on 9th January 2026 and the delivery is expected to occur between 13th January and 27th February 2026. The supplier, SmarAct GmbH from Germany, will deliver the specified high precision stages required for optical alignment within a vacuum chamber at a contracted value of 19,520 EUR.

This tender offers significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in highly technical goods and services, particularly those with expertise in vacuum-compatible technologies and precision equipment. Companies operating within the optical and laboratory equipment sector, especially those offering innovative and niche solutions, would find themselves well-situated to compete for similar future procurements. Engaging with such specialized contracts can bolster a business's portfolio and reputation, ensuring greater recognition and potential business expansion in technologically demanding markets.

## Notice

***** THIS IS A CONTRACT DETAILS NOTICE, NOT A CALL FOR COMPETITION ***** This procurement is being concluded without competition due to an absence of competition for technical reasons, only a particular supplier can supply the goods, services or works required. Brief Description of Requirement The facility intends to purchase a compact, high vacuum compatible, 3 axis motorized stage for aligning an optical mirror inside a vacuum chamber. This application requires high precision, excellent repeatability, a compact footprint, and closed loop control. Piezo based stages are the most suitable technology to meet these requirements.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/003063-2026 |
| 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 | 14 Jan 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 9 Jan 2026 |
| Contract period | 13 Jan 2026 - 27 Feb 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £19,520 |

## 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 | SMARACT |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 14 Jan 2026 at 12:01 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/003063-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/003063-2026
  14th January 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

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