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title: "UKRI-5959 Sample Scanner"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-067763"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI)"
published: "2026-03-30"
---

# UKRI-5959 Sample Scanner

Buyer: UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI)  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-067763

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## Summary

The procurement process managed by UK Research & Innovation (UKRI), based in Swindon, Wiltshire, was successfully completed with the award of the tender titled "UKRI-5959 Sample Scanner" in the industry category of "Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excluding glasses)". The procurement method was limited competition below the threshold, and the key dates include the contract's awarding and signing on 26th March 2026, with active contract status as of 31st March 2026. FastMicro BV, a large-scale supplier from the Netherlands, was awarded the contract, reflecting an active contract stage with a gross value of €94,502. The procurement was guided by UK legislation 2023/54, ensuring compliance and alignment with central government public authority requirements.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for growth in the niche sector of laboratory and precision instruments. Businesses in this field, especially those capable of innovation in particulate analysis, can find similar procurement processes advantageous due to the specialised nature of the equipment requested. With the procurement involving limited competition, enterprises that can offer distinct, cutting-edge analytical solutions will likely have a competitive advantage. Engaging in such strategic government contracts can build credibility and open doors to future collaborative projects within the UK's public sector. Businesses with capabilities to deliver high-quality goods in this sphere, particularly those looking to establish or expand their presence in the UK market, are well-suited for similar opportunities.

## Notice

Sample Scanner for particulate analysis

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028914-2026 |
| 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 | 30 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 26 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 26 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £94,502 |

## 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 | FASTMICRO |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 30 Mar 2026 at 09:28 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028914-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028914-2026
  30th March 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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