---
title: "UKRI-5756 5-axis CNC mill"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0649c2"
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current_stage: "Award"
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published: "2026-06-15"
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# UKRI-5756 5-axis CNC mill

Buyer: UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI)  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0649c2

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## Summary

UK Research & Innovation (UKRI) undertook a procurement process to acquire a 5-axis CNC milling machine, which is essential for supporting operational and technical activities at the UK Astronomy Technology Centre in Swindon, Wiltshire. The procurement, classified under the industry category of industrial machinery, involved a direct award method due to the need for compatibility with existing software systems. The tender was officially completed with a contract awarded to Haas Automation Limited, a supplier located in Norwich. The contract, initiated under legal basis 2023/54, was signed on 19th February 2026 and implemented with an end date of 31st March 2026, involving a total contract value of £248,475. Although the contract has been confirmed as complete, it was terminated on 15th June 2026 as all obligations had been fulfilled by the end date.

This tender presents a distinct business growth opportunity, particularly for companies specialising in industrial machinery that can offer compatible products or enhancements to support existing systems. Businesses with expertise in CNC technology, especially those with experience in dealing with public authorities and understanding the requirements of high-level research facilities, will find themselves well-suited to compete in similar procurements. The direct award method highlights a valuable market for suppliers that can ensure seamless integration and compatibility with current operational setups, making it an attractive prospect for SMEs capable of delivering bespoke or compatible solutions.

## Notice

UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) intends to make a direct award for the purchase of a 5-axis machining centre required to support operational and technical activities at the UK Astronomy Technology Centre.

### Procurement Information

Compatibility to existing software systems.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/056114-2026 |
| Notice type | UK11 - Contract Termination Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Direct award |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 15 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 6 Feb 2026 |
| Contract period | 20 Feb 2026 - 20 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £248,475 |
| Contracts value | £248,475 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI) |
| Additional buyers | Missing |
| 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 | HAAS AUTOMATION |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 42 - Industrial machinery

### Codes

- 42000000 - Industrial machinery

## Release History

- 15 Jun 2026 at 10:46 - ContractTermination - UK11 - Contract Termination Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/056114-2026
- 15 Jun 2026 at 10:37 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/056107-2026
- 6 Feb 2026 at 10:48 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/010817-2026
- 6 Feb 2026 at 10:36 - Award - UK5 - Transparency Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/010814-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/056114-2026
  15th June 2026 - Contract termination notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/056107-2026
  15th June 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/010817-2026
  6th February 2026 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/010814-2026
  6th February 2026 - Transparency notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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