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title: "Magnetic Shielding"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0657c0"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "UNIVERSITY OF SUSSEX(THE)"
published: "2026-02-19"
---

# Magnetic Shielding

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF SUSSEX(THE)  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0657c0

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## Summary

The University of Sussex has completed a procurement process for the supply and installation of magnetic shielding enclosures, with the contract awarded on 18 February 2026 and spanning until 18 May 2026. The procurement method utilised was direct, below the threshold and without competition, specifically targeting the goods category within the laboratory, optical, and precision equipment industry. The process, conducted under the legal basis of UKPGA 2023/54, concluded at the award stage, resulting in an active contract valued at £147,780 gross. The delivery will take place in the UK South East region, ensuring the establishment of magnetic shielding systems.

This procurement creates significant growth opportunities specifically for businesses specialising in laboratory equipment installation and manufacturing. Magnetic Shields Limited, an SME located in Staplehurst, successfully secured the contract, indicating that businesses with expertise in precision equipment and magnetic technology have competitive potential in such tenders. Companies operating within close proximity to academic institutions or those with advanced technical capabilities will find such contracts beneficial for expanding their market presence and enhancing their portfolio of government or educational sector projects.

## Notice

Supply and installation of magnetic shielding enclosures.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/015078-2026 |
| 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 | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 19 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 18 Feb 2026 |
| Contract period | 18 Feb 2026 - 18 May 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £123,150 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UNIVERSITY OF SUSSEX(THE) |
| Locality | FALMER, BRIGHTON |
| Post town | Brighton |
| Postcode | BN1 9RH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex |
| ITL 3 | TLJ21 Brighton and Hove |
| Local authority | Brighton and Hove |
| Electoral ward | Coldean & Stanmer |
| Westminster constituency | Brighton Pavilion |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | MAGNETIC SHIELDS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)
- 51 - Installation services (except software)

### Codes

- 38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)
- 51430000 - Installation services of laboratory equipment

## Release History

- 19 Feb 2026 at 10:01 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/015078-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/015078-2026
  19th February 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.sussex.ac.uk
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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