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title: "CSP26560 - HiLUX upgrade"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06a9cd"
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# CSP26560 - HiLUX upgrade

Buyer: UK RESEARCH AND INNOVATION  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06a9cd

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## Summary

The procurement process titled "CSP26560 - HiLUX upgrade" was conducted by UK Research and Innovation, located in Swindon, United Kingdom. This procurement is classified under the industry category of laboratory, optical, and precision equipment. The procurement was executed using a direct procurement method due to absence of competition for technical reasons, wherein only a particular supplier could supply the necessary goods and services. The procurement process has reached the contract award stage, with the contract being signed on 27 May 2026, running from 28 May 2026 to 30 November 2026. The total contract value is £12,571.30, and the contract was awarded to SHIMADZU UK LIMITED. 

This tender presents opportunities for suppliers who specialise in laboratory and precision equipment, particularly those capable of delivering complex technical solutions. It is well-suited for businesses that can meet specific, high-precision demands, potentially leading to further engagements with public authorities such as UK Research and Innovation. Companies involved in similar supply chains or those looking to establish a foothold in the public sector would benefit from exploring similar procurement opportunities, as they often seek specialised technical expertise. SHIMADZU UK LIMITED, being a small and medium-sized enterprise (SME), exemplifies an ideal candidate profile that other SMEs can aspire to in competing for such contracts.

## 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, only a particular supplier can supply the goods, services or works required. Contract details notice for the supply of Solvent Delivery Pump including installation and shipping to UKRI

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/051166-2026 |
| 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 | 1 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 26 May 2026 |
| Contract period | 27 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 | £12,571 |

## 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 | SHIMADZU |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 1 Jun 2026 at 08:07 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/051166-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/051166-2026
  1st June 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents
- https://www.shimadzu.co.uk/index.html
- https://www.uksbs.co.uk/

## Provenance

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