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title: "Replacement Scientific Laser Equipment for AiPT"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06b40d"
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# Replacement Scientific Laser Equipment for AiPT

Buyer: ASTON UNIVERSITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06b40d

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## Summary

The procurement process for replacing scientific laser equipment at the Aston Institute of Photonic Technologies (AiPT) has been completed by Aston University, located in Birmingham, United Kingdom. The contract, under the title "Replacement Scientific Laser Equipment for AiPT," involved limited competition procurement method and was completed through a below-threshold process. The award was made on 10th June 2026, with the contract starting on 1st July 2026 and running until 30th June 2027. The procurement falls under the goods category, specifically laboratory, optical, and precision equipment. The awarded supplier is Lambda Photometrics Limited, based in Harpenden, UK.

This tender provides a significant opportunity for businesses specializing in the supply of laboratory and optical equipment. Companies experienced in delivering high-precision instruments will find this sector appealing, given the specific requirements for advanced scientific tools. With a project value of £99,136, suppliers with capabilities to fulfil specialized equipment requests, specifically in the scientific laser market, can capitalise on similar opportunities. The limited competition procurement method also suggests potential for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) equipped to meet rigorous technical specifications at competitive pricing.

## Notice

The Aston Institute of Photonic Technologies (AiPT) requires the replacement of an existing UV laser system that was damaged and is being replaced through an approved insurance claim.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/055694-2026 |
| 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 | 12 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 9 Jun 2026 |
| Contract period | 30 Jun 2026 - 30 Jun 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £99,136 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | ASTON UNIVERSITY |
| Locality | BIRMINGHAM |
| Post town | Birmingham |
| Postcode | B4 7ET |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG31 Birmingham |
| Local authority | Birmingham |
| Electoral ward | Nechells |
| Westminster constituency | Birmingham Ladywood |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | LAMBDA PHOTOMETRICS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

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

## Release History

- 12 Jun 2026 at 12:08 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/055694-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/055694-2026
  12th June 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.aston.ac.uk
- http://www.lambdaphoto.co.uk
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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