---
title: "UKRI-5729 Precision laser tracker system for ING Telescopes"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06127c"
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# UKRI-5729 Precision laser tracker system for ING Telescopes

Buyer: UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI)  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06127c

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## Summary

The procurement process, initiated by UK Research & Innovation (UKRI), involves the supply, delivery, and initial service coverage of a precision laser tracker system for the ING Telescopes. This contract, under the title "UKRI-5729 Precision laser tracker system for ING Telescopes," falls within the industry category of "Astronomical and optical instruments" and is located in Swindon, Wiltshire, United Kingdom. The procurement method used was direct, below threshold and without competition, and has reached the award and contract stages. The contract was signed on 29th January 2026 and will be active from 30th January to 31st March 2026. The total contract value is EUR 106,807.46.

This tender represents a business opportunity especially for companies dealing in high-precision optical instruments who are looking to align with the needs of central government organisations like UKRI. Despite being a direct award without competition, it sets a precedent and opens avenues for future tenders in similar specialist areas. Businesses that specialise in goods related to precise measurements and high-tech optical equipment, particularly those that can operate on a large scale like Faro Spain S.L.U, which was awarded the contract, are well-suited to such procurements. This specific contract also underscores the importance of having the capability to potentially replace obsolete equipment with advanced technological solutions.

## Notice

The procurement is for the supply, delivery, and initial service coverage of a precision laser tracker system to replace an existing, non-repairable unit.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/008260-2026 |
| 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 | 29 Jan 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 29 Jan 2026 |
| Contract period | 30 Jan 2026 - 31 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £89,006 |

## Status

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

## 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 |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | FARO SPAIN S.L.U |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38630000 - Astronomical and optical instruments

## Release History

- 29 Jan 2026 at 18:29 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/008260-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/008260-2026
  29th January 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.faro.com
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents
- https://www.ukri.org/

## Provenance

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