---
title: "UKRI-5823 BAS - NIR HSI line scan setup"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-065ce1"
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current_stage: "Award"
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published: "2026-02-26"
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# UKRI-5823 BAS - NIR HSI line scan setup

Buyer: UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI)  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-065ce1

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## Summary

The public procurement process, initiated by UK Research & Innovation (UKRI), involves the supply of a Near-Infrared Hyperspectral Imaging (NIR HSI) line scan setup to The British Antarctic Survey. This process falls under the industry category of laboratory, optical and precision equipment, and is managed by a public authority within the central government sector. The tendering process was conducted using a limited competition method below the threshold, indicating a procurement method tailored for more targeted supplier involvement. The contract award was completed on 26 February 2026, with UKRI based in Swindon, Wiltshire, spearheading the process, and the contract is active from 18 February 2026 to 30 March 2026.

This contract, valued at £77,251.18 gross, presents a notable opportunity for businesses specialising in laboratory and precision instruments to engage in a high-value contract with a reputable government agency. SME Laser 2000 (UK) Ltd, based in Huntingdon, is the successful supplier, reflecting opportunities for companies with expertise in optical technologies to expand their reach within the public sector. Organisations with capabilities in supplying sophisticated imaging equipment stand well-positioned to benefit from similar future tenders. This procurement highlights the potential for growth through forming strategic relationships with governmental research bodies, fostering advancements in scientific exploration and instrumentation.

## Notice

UKRI has appointed a supplier for the supply of NIR HSI line scan setup to The British Antarctic Survey.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/017245-2026 |
| 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 | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 26 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 17 Feb 2026 |
| Contract period | 18 Feb 2026 - 30 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £64,375 |

## 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 | LASER 2000 (UK |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 26 Feb 2026 at 11:52 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/017245-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/017245-2026
  26th 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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