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title: "UKRI-5953 Supply of Multispectral HASO Wavefront Sensor for EPAC Project"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-067128"
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buyer: "UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI)"
published: "2026-03-23"
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# UKRI-5953 Supply of Multispectral HASO Wavefront Sensor for EPAC Project

Buyer: UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI)  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-067128

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## Summary

UK Research & Innovation (UKRI), based in Swindon, Wiltshire, has completed a procurement process for the EPAC Project, acquiring a multispectral HASO wavefront sensor. The supply contract, valued at £59,532 gross, commenced on March 23, 2026, with completion slated for April 30, 2026. This procurement falls within the "Detection and analysis apparatus" industry category, specifically for goods, and the delivery location is identified as UKJ14. The process employed a direct procurement method, executed below threshold without competition, aligning with legal basis 2023/54.

This tender presents growth opportunities for suppliers providing advanced optical and laser analysis equipment, particularly small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) like Laser Components UK Ltd, the awardee of this contract. Businesses capable of delivering specialised diagnostic tools for high-power laser facilities can benefit significantly from engaging in similar procurements, enhancing their portfolio and strengthening partnerships within the central government market. The focused nature of the procurement allows businesses to showcase unique technological capabilities tailored to niche scientific projects.

## Notice

Procurement of a multispectral wavefront sensor capable of analysing broadband laser pulses in narrow spectral bands (approx. 10-12 nm). The system will be used to diagnose chromatic and thermal effects within the EPAC 1 PW laser facility and support optimisation of its optical performance.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026159-2026 |
| 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 | 23 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 20 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 23 Mar 2026 - 30 Apr 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £49,610 |

## 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 COMPONENTS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38430000 - Detection and analysis apparatus

## Release History

- 23 Mar 2026 at 11:18 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026159-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026159-2026
  23rd 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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