---
title: "UKRI-6203 - Vacuum valve system for ISIS Riken solenoid"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06c836"
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current_stage: "Award"
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published: "2026-07-10"
---

# UKRI-6203 - Vacuum valve system for ISIS Riken solenoid

Buyer: UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI)  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06c836

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## Summary

The procurement process was led by UK Research & Innovation (UKRI), a central government public authority in Swindon, Wiltshire, for the "UKRI-6203 - Vacuum valve system for ISIS Riken solenoid" project. This contract, which falls into the 'goods' category, specifically involves the supply of a fast-closing vacuum valve system for an upgrade project. Located in the UK and using a direct procurement method, the process did not involve competition, as it was below the threshold. The procurement stage is complete, with the award being made active on 29th June 2026, and the contract valued at £53,687 excluding VAT. The contracts are expected to be fulfilled by 29th December 2026.

This tender presents considerable opportunities for businesses specialising in industrial valves, particularly those capable of delivering sophisticated and reliable vacuum valve solutions. The awarded supplier, VAT Vacuum Products Ltd, a large enterprise based in Leamington Spa, suggests that the opportunity was well-suited for established companies with a strong presence in the vacuum technology sector. Such projects can contribute to business growth by allowing enterprises to strengthen their portfolios in the public sector and potentially foster long-term partnerships with central government bodies like UKRI.

## Notice

Fast closing vacuum valve system for ISIS Riken solenoid upgrade project

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/065017-2026 |
| 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 | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 10 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 28 Jun 2026 |
| Contract period | 28 Jun 2026 - 29 Dec 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £53,687 |

## 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 | VAT VACUUM PRODUCTS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 42 - Industrial machinery

### Codes

- 42131100 - Valves defined by function

## Release History

- 10 Jul 2026 at 09:26 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/065017-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/065017-2026
  10th July 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

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