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title: "MRC LMS Hyperpolarisation System"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06ad22"
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# MRC LMS Hyperpolarisation System

Buyer: UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06ad22

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## Summary

The procurement process managed by UK Research & Innovation (UKRI) involved the direct award for the provision of a Hyperpolarisation System at the MRC Laboratory of Molecular Biology. The contract, identified as UKRI-6070, falls under the category of goods, specifically nuclear magnetic resonance scanners, and is located in the United Kingdom within the 'UKK14' region. The procurement transitioned to a direct award after no compliant bids were received in the initial competitive procedure, in accordance with the Procurement Act 2023. The procurement process is complete, with the contract period running from 18th June 2026 to 19th June 2028. The gross contract value is GBP £604,100.00.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specializing in advanced scientific equipment, particularly those involved in nuclear magnetic resonance technology. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in the manufacture or supply of such cutting-edge equipment stand to benefit from such contracts, as evidenced by the successful bid from Sheffield SpinTec Ltd. Such ventures can boost growth potential for businesses that can provide innovative solutions and high-tech equipment to government-backed research initiatives. Businesses located within the UK, and especially those familiar with public authority procurement compliance, would find themselves well-suited to participate in similar future opportunities.

## Notice

The provision of Hyperpolarisation System at LMS.

### Procurement Information

An open competitive procedure was conducted; however, no compliant bids were received. The authority therefore switched to a direct award in accordance with Section 43 of the Procurement Act 2023.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/057788-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Direct award |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 18 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 11 May 2026 |
| Contract period | 18 Jun 2026 - 19 Jun 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £503,400 |
| Contracts value | £503,400 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Active, Pending |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION |
| 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 | SHEFFIELD SPINTEC |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products
- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

### Codes

- 33113110 - Nuclear magnetic resonance scanners
- 38970000 - Research, testing and scientific technical simulator

## Release History

- 18 Jun 2026 at 17:45 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/057788-2026
- 4 Jun 2026 at 09:39 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/052650-2026
- 4 Jun 2026 at 09:28 - Award - UK5 - Transparency Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/052642-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/057788-2026
  18th June 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/052650-2026
  4th June 2026 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/052642-2026
  4th June 2026 - Transparency notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.ukri.org
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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