---
title: "UKRI-5512- Front end laser system for the UPLiFT project"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0605cc"
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# UKRI-5512- Front end laser system for the UPLiFT project

Buyer: UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI)  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0605cc

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## Summary

The procurement process is initiated by UK Research & Innovation (UKRI) for the tender titled "UKRI-5512- Front end laser system for the UPLiFT project." The tender falls under the industry category of lasers and is situated at the Rutherford Appleton Laboratory (RAL) in the UK. This tender involves the supply and installation of a 10 Hz, 30 mJ-class, 1030 nm pulsed laser amplifier system for experimental research activities, with the procurement stage currently active. Key dates include the submission deadline, which is set for 10th February 2026, and the enquiry period ending on 16th January 2026. The procurement will be conducted via an open procedure, adhering to the open procurement method, with the contract expected to run from 26th March 2026 to 26th March 2027.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in advanced laser systems, particularly those with expertise in diode-pumped solid-state laser technologies. The project requires highly technical and innovative solutions, making it ideal for companies adept in high-energy laser applications. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to apply, with a focus on price and technical quality in the evaluation criteria. Engaging in this procurement process can offer extensive growth opportunities, enabling businesses to contribute to cutting-edge research and development projects with the potential for further high-energy applications in the future.

## Notice

The procurement is for the supply of a 10 Hz, 30 mJ-class, 1030 nm pulsed laser amplifier system (the "System"), comprising the main amplifier, a fibre-coupled seed laser, and associated ancillary equipment. The System is required by the Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC) to support a prototype demonstrator programme investigating diode-pumped solid-state laser (DPSSL) technologies, including assessment of performance, efficiency, and scalability for future high-energy laser applications. The System will be supplied, installed, tested, and operated at Rutherford Appleton Laboratory (RAL), UK, and will be used as part of experimental and developmental research activities.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/003155-2026 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 14 Jan 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 10 Feb 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 26 Mar 2026 - 26 Mar 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £550,000 |
| Lots value | £550,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Active |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## 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 |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38636100 - Lasers

## Release History

- 14 Jan 2026 at 14:47 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/003155-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/003155-2026
  14th January 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://ukri2.my.site.com
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents
- https://www.ukri.org/

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