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title: "UKRI-5923 GridTape TEM Camera"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-067997"
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published: "2026-03-31"
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# UKRI-5923 GridTape TEM Camera

Buyer: UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI)  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-067997

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## Summary

UK Research & Innovation (UKRI), a central government public authority, has completed the procurement process for a GridTape TEM Camera. The contract, awarded to Advanced Microscopy Techniques, involved the purchase, installation, and training of the camera system, classified under goods, specifically photo or video attachments for microscopes. This procurement follows a 'below threshold - limited competition' procurement method, and the contract, valued at USD 106,000, spans from 30 March 2026 to 30 June 2026. The camera is to be delivered within the United Kingdom, particularly the East region.

This award creates growth opportunities for companies involved in microscopy and imaging solutions, particularly those able to offer specialised equipment like TEM cameras. Businesses with experience in supplying advanced imaging technologies could find similar opportunities with organisations like UKRI, which are looking to enhance research capabilities and infrastructure through targeted procurement processes. Small and medium enterprises that can compete effectively in limited competitive tendering may find this sector particularly rewarding, especially those with an existing footprint in the UK and flexibility to collaborate with governmental research entities.

## Notice

UKRI have selected a supplier to purchase a GridTape TEM Camera from, including installation and training.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029840-2026 |
| 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 | 31 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 27 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 29 Mar 2026 - 30 Jun 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £106,000 |

## 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 | ADVANCED MICROSCOPY TECHNIQUES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38519300 - Photo or video attachments for microscopes

## Release History

- 31 Mar 2026 at 14:19 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029840-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029840-2026
  31st 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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