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title: "UKRI-5752 Handheld high resolution gamma spectrometer"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-065378"
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published: "2026-02-13"
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# UKRI-5752 Handheld high resolution gamma spectrometer

Buyer: UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI)  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-065378

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## Summary

UK Research & Innovation (UKRI) has concluded a procurement process for the acquisition of a lightweight handheld high resolution gamma spectrometer, alongside relevant software. The process was a direct award without competition, classified as "below threshold," which falls under the legal framework defined by UKPGA 2023/54. The contract proceeding to award involves Ametek (GB) Ltd, a large enterprise located in Leicester, and the equipment will be delivered within the United Kingdom, specifically to the region coded as UKJ14. The procurement, now at the award stage, began on 6th February 2026 and concluded with signing on 5th February 2026, with the contract period lasting until 20th February 2026. The total contract value was set at £99,650, while the gross amount was £119,580.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in spectroscopy devices and related software integration, as evidenced by its focus on high precision, portable gamma spectrometers. While the procurement method was direct, typically favouring suppliers with pre-existing relationships or specific capabilities aligning with urgent requirements, it underscores potential future prospects for enterprises that offer innovative and robust scientific equipment solutions. Companies with expertise in scientific instrumentation, particularly those geared towards governmental or public authority needs, would find this sector ripe for growth and collaboration, as established by UKRI's active engagement in technological advancements for research purposes.

## Notice

Purchase of a light weight handheld high resolution gamma spectrometer including relevant software.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/013236-2026 |
| 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 | 13 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 5 Feb 2026 |
| Contract period | 6 Feb 2026 - 20 Feb 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £99,650 |

## 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 | AMETEK (GB |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

### Codes

- 33114000 - Spectroscopy devices

## Release History

- 13 Feb 2026 at 09:42 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/013236-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/013236-2026
  13th February 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

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