---
title: "CSP26557 - Vacuum Vessel Windows and Testing Rig"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06a6ff"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "UK RESEARCH AND INNOVATION"
published: "2026-05-28"
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# CSP26557 - Vacuum Vessel Windows and Testing Rig

Buyer: UK RESEARCH AND INNOVATION  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06a6ff

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## Summary

The procurement process, managed by UK Research and Innovation in conjunction with UK Shared Business Services Ltd, has culminated in the award of a contract for the supply of Vacuum Vessel Windows and a Testing Rig. This contract was awarded as a result of a limited competition procurement exercise and is classified under the laboratory, optical, and precision equipment industry category. It involves the delivery of goods to the UK, with the contract lasting from 27th May 2026 to 30th November 2026. The process followed a limited procurement method, detailed as a below threshold contract.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in precision engineering and scientific equipment supply. The collaboration with UK Research and Innovation can enhance a company's market profile and provide further contract opportunities within the public sector. Small and medium-sized enterprises like Langstone Engineering Ltd., which was awarded this contract, are particularly well-suited to engage in such competitive tenders, allowing them to expand their operations and client base in high-tech sectors.

## Notice

***** THIS IS A CONTRACT DETAILS NOTICE, NOT A CALL FOR COMPETITION ***** This procurement is being concluded following a limited competition procurement exercise. Contract details notice for the supply of Vacuum Vessel Windows and Testing Rig with delivery included to UKRI

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/050033-2026 |
| 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 | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 28 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 25 May 2026 |
| Contract period | 26 May 2026 - 30 Nov 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £16,350 |

## 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 | LANGSTONE ENGINEERING |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 28 May 2026 at 08:13 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/050033-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/050033-2026
  28th May 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://langstone-engineering.co.uk
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents
- https://www.uksbs.co.uk/

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