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title: "LU01020 - Object Aware PTV"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-060a50"
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buyer: "LOUGHBOROUGH UNIVERSITY"
published: "2026-02-20"
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# LU01020 - Object Aware PTV

Buyer: LOUGHBOROUGH UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-060a50

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## Summary

Loughborough University has procured a 3D particle tracking velocimetry system for its School of Architecture, Building and Civil Engineering aimed at enhancing flow measurement around complex structures like wind turbines and vegetation. The procurement process, initiated through a direct award method, concluded with the signing of a contract with LAVISIONUK Limited on 10th February 2026. This equipment, critical for capturing fluid interaction with dynamic structures, positions itself within the 'Laboratory, optical and precision equipment' category, adding significant value to experimental capabilities. The procurement falls under public authority, sub-central government, with operations anticipated at the university's campus in Loughborough, UK, from 11th February to 10th July 2026.

This tender provides significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in precision laboratory equipment and optical systems, particularly those capable of innovative designs for fluid dynamics research. The unique requirements of Loughborough University necessitate expertise in LED-based systems of measurement, making it ideal for businesses with proficiency in advanced particle tracking methodologies. Small and medium-sized enterprises like LAVISIONUK Limited, with capabilities in embedding structural data into flow calculations, can benefit from similar niche tenders rewarding innovation and technical specialisation. Such contracts aid growth by enhancing visibility and credibility through involvement in high-profile research initiatives.

## Notice

The School of Architecture, Building and Civil Engineering (ABC) have a requirement for a 3D time-resolving particle tracking velocimetry system to obtain 360-degree volumetric flow measurements around complex obstacles. The system requires capability to capture fluid interactions with dynamic and deformable structures (e.g. wind turbines, swimming humans/animals and vegetation), integrating structural kinematics and flow calculation. It needs to be an LED-based system to allow flexible use in open laboratories (i.e. no lasers), with the ability to apply to experiments in both air and water, with approximate range of cubic measurement volume of length = 0.05 m - 0.3 m To view this notice, please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=1013683882

### Procurement Information

The LaVision Object Aware Particle Tracking Velocimetry (OA PTV) is a globally unique solution for flow-structure interaction. LaVision OA PTV integrates structures directly into data acquisition - this provides globally unique capability flow around moving and deforming structures. This is the only system with such an integrated capability in 3D PTV flow calculations. This functionality is essential for the research and work planned.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/015523-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Direct award |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 20 Jan 2026 |
| Contract period | 11 Feb 2026 - 10 Jul 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £255,000 |
| Contracts value | £255,000 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | LOUGHBOROUGH UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | LOUGHBOROUGH |
| Post town | Leicester |
| Postcode | LE11 3TU |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF22 Leicestershire CC and Rutland |
| Local authority | Charnwood |
| Electoral ward | Loughborough Ashby |
| Westminster constituency | Loughborough |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | LAVISIONUK |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 20 Feb 2026 at 10:06 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/015523-2026
- 28 Jan 2026 at 16:05 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/007725-2026
- 20 Jan 2026 at 16:05 - Award - UK5 - Transparency Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/004973-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/015523-2026
  20th February 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/007725-2026
  28th January 2026 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/004973-2026
  20th January 2026 - Transparency notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=1013683882
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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