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title: "CSP26200 - Custom fiber optic bundles"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-065a27"
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current_stage: "Award"
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published: "2026-02-23"
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# CSP26200 - Custom fiber optic bundles

Buyer: UK RESEARCH AND INNOVATION  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-065a27

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## Summary

The procurement process, initiated by UK Research and Innovation, involved providing goods under a contract titled "CSP26200 - Custom fibre optic bundles," with substantial input from UK Shared Business Services Ltd, acting as the procuring entity. This contract was awarded to Armadillo SIA through a limited competition procurement method, which is indicative of a below-threshold exercise. The contract, valued at €13,205, was awarded on 17th February 2026 and will remain active until 31st March 2026. Focused within the fibre-optic materials industry category, the procurement addresses delivery within the United Kingdom, central to Polaris House in Swindon, illustrating a concentrated locale for fibre-optic goods.

This procurement offers significant opportunities for businesses involved in the development and supply of fibre-optic materials. The focus on a niche market and limited competition suggests a favourable environment for large companies with specialised expertise like Armadillo SIA. Businesses that can provide customised solutions in optic fibre and are positioned to meet the needs of high-profile central government projects can benefit from engaging in such opportunities. By participating in these contracts, companies can enhance their market presence and foster growth through strategic partnerships with central government authorities.

## Notice

***** THIS IS A CONTRACT DETAILS NOTICE, NOT A CALL FOR COMPETITION ***** This procurement is being concluded following a limited competition procurement exercise. UKRI had a Provision for a Custom fiber optic bundles.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016091-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - limited competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 23 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 17 Feb 2026 |
| Contract period | 17 Feb 2026 - 31 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £13,205 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UK RESEARCH AND INNOVATION |
| Additional buyers | UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LTD |
| Locality | SWINDON |
| 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 | ARMADILLO |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment

### Codes

- 32560000 - Fibre-optic materials

## Release History

- 23 Feb 2026 at 14:01 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016091-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016091-2026
  23rd February 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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