---
title: "UKRI 5680 - Pixelated detector system"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06492c"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI)"
published: "2026-02-05"
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# UKRI 5680 - Pixelated detector system

Buyer: UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI)  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06492c

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## Summary

The procurement process led by UK Research & Innovation (UKRI) concerns the provision of a compact pixelated detector system intended for compatibility with the ISIS scintillating tile design. This procurement falls under the industry category of laboratory, optical, and precision equipment. The contract, valued at EUR 64,540, was awarded without competition as it was below the threshold, following a direct procurement method. The process concluded on 5th February 2026, with key contractual dates stretching from 28th January 2026 to 1st June 2027. The buying organisation, based in Swindon, Wiltshire, undertook the role of contracting authority, and the procurement is categorised under the 'award' and 'contract' stages for goods.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in laboratory and optical equipment, particularly those capable of providing precision solutions. Given that the procurement was conducted using a direct approach without competition, similar future tenders could benefit small to medium enterprises looking to collaborate with public sector organisations like UKRI. Companies with innovative solutions in detector systems, especially those with established connections in the European market, may find avenues for growth and expansion through similar government contracts. The current contract was awarded to an Italian large-scale supplier, highlighting the international scope that UK public procurements can encompass, offering a pathway for global business engagement and growth in the UK market.

## Notice

A compact pixelated detector system, compatible with the ISIS 'scintillating tile design'.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/010585-2026 |
| 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 | 5 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 27 Jan 2026 |
| Contract period | 28 Jan 2026 - 1 Jun 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £64,540 |

## 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 | NUCLEAR INSTRUMENTS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 5 Feb 2026 at 15:13 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/010585-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/010585-2026
  5th February 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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