---
title: "UKRI-5836 Ceramic Bellows Components"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-066334"
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current_stage: "Award"
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published: "2026-03-05"
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# UKRI-5836 Ceramic Bellows Components

Buyer: UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI)  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-066334

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## Summary

The procurement process for the UKRI-5836 Ceramic Bellows Components has been concluded by UK Research & Innovation (UKRI), based in Swindon, Wiltshire. This contract pertains to the supply of ceramic bellows components necessary for an upgrade project at the STFC's ISIS Neutron & Muon Facility, specifically aimed at reducing Beam Loss. The procurement falls under the goods industry category, with the contract completed on 5th March 2026 and active from 6th March to 5th June 2026. It was conducted via a direct procurement method, below the competition threshold, without competitive bidding.

This tender presents opportunities for businesses specialising in ceramics and component manufacturing, particularly those capable of delivering precise engineering solutions for scientific infrastructure enhancements. Precision Ceramics Ltd, based in Birmingham, has been selected as the supplier for this high-value contract amounting to approximately £42,414 gross. Large businesses with capability in ceramics manufacturing, particularly those experienced in fulfilling government contracts, would find ventures like this beneficial for business growth within the public sector procurement landscape.

## Notice

UKRI STFC appointed a supplier to supply Ceramic Bellows Components as part of an upgrade project to reduce Beam Loss within the Synch lead at STFC's ISIS Neutron & Muon Facility.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019990-2026 |
| 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 | 5 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 5 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 6 Mar 2026 - 5 Jun 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £35,345 |

## 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 | PRECISION CERAMICS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

### Codes

- 44111300 - Ceramics

## Release History

- 5 Mar 2026 at 14:53 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019990-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019990-2026
  5th March 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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