---
title: "CSP26389 - MSCL Sensors"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-067970"
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current_stage: "Award"
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# CSP26389 - MSCL Sensors

Buyer: UK RESEARCH AND INNOVATION  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-067970

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## Summary

The procurement process involves UK Research and Innovation as the buying organisation, located at Polaris House, North Star Avenue, Swindon. This contract, identified as CSP26389, pertains to the renewal service of MSCL Sensor Instruments, classified under the goods category, specifically 'Sensors', according to CPV codes. The procurement method utilised is a direct, below-threshold approach without competition due to technical reasons. Geotek Limited has been awarded the contract, which is set to begin on 1st April 2026 and proceed until 31st March 2027. The contract has a gross value of £15,420 with a signed date of 30th March 2026.

This tender can provide substantial opportunities for sensor technology businesses, especially those specialising in marine science and laboratory sensors. Geotek Limited, categorised as a small or medium-sized enterprise, underscores the value and potential for similar-sized companies to engage in such contracts. Given the specific technical requirements and direct procurement method, businesses with expertise in specialised sensor applications stand a strong chance of benefiting from similar procurement opportunities by aligning their offerings with the technical needs of public authorities.

## Notice

***** THIS IS A CONTRACT DETAILS NOTICE, NOT A CALL FOR COMPETITION ***** This procurement is being concluded without competition due to an absence of competition for technical reasons. UKRI require a renewal service for their MSCL Sensor Instruments.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029791-2026 |
| 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 | 31 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 29 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £12,850 |

## 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 | GEOTEK |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment

### Codes

- 35125100 - Sensors

## Release History

- 31 Mar 2026 at 13:48 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029791-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029791-2026
  31st March 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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