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title: "Laser Ablation Instrument"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0607e8"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "UK ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY"
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# Laser Ablation Instrument

Buyer: UK ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0607e8

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## Summary

The UK Atomic Energy Authority, a central government public authority, has completed the contracting process for the procurement of a Laser Ablation Instrument used for sample introduction to an ICP-MS instrument. This tender, titled "Laser Ablation Instrument," pertains to the industry category of detection and analysis apparatus, with key CPV classifications including spectrometers and optical instruments. Located at Culham Science Centre in Oxfordshire, the procurement process followed an open method, allowing for below-threshold competition. The tender period concluded on 4th February 2026, with the contract active from 4th March 2026. The contract, valued at £130,000 net, with a gross amount of £156,000, also includes installation support and training services. The contract period extends until 27th March 2026.

This procurement presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in scientific and analytical equipment supply, particularly those capable of providing comprehensive installation and training services. The open competition process invites participation from small and medium-sized enterprises, as demonstrated by Elemental Scientific Instruments Limited, an SME based in Huntingdon, securing the contract. Companies in similar sectors with a focus on delivering high-quality technical solutions and value in both equipment and training might find this contract framework an ideal growth opportunity to expand their client base within the public sector procurement landscape.

## Notice

This tender covers The United Kingdom Atomic Energy Authority's requirement for a Laser Ablation instrument to be used for sample introduction to an ICP-MS instrument. Apart from equipment supply, UKAEA also seeks installation support and training service from the Supplier.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/021857-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 11 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 4 Feb 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 17 Feb 2026 |
| Contract period | 4 Mar 2026 - 27 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £130,000 |
| Lots value | £130,000 |
| Awards value | £130,000 |
| Contracts value | £130,000 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UK ATOMIC ENERGY AUTHORITY |
| Locality | OXFORDSHIRE |
| Post town | Oxford |
| Postcode | OX14 3DB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC |
| Local authority | South Oxfordshire |
| Electoral ward | Sandford & the Wittenhams |
| Westminster constituency | Didcot and Wantage |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ELEMENTAL SCIENTIFIC INSTRUMENTS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38340000 - Instruments for measuring quantities
- 38430000 - Detection and analysis apparatus
- 38431000 - Detection apparatus
- 38432000 - Analysis apparatus
- 38433000 - Spectrometers
- 38434000 - Analysers
- 38600000 - Optical instruments

## Release History

- 11 Mar 2026 at 14:50 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/021857-2026
- 17 Feb 2026 at 12:00 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/014244-2026
- 16 Jan 2026 at 15:30 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/004008-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/021857-2026
  11th March 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/014244-2026
  17th February 2026 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/004008-2026
  16th January 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=101809&TID100107037&B=
- https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/uk-atomic-energy-authority
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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