---
title: "DSTL0000066551"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06cc6c"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "DEFENCE SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY LABORATORY"
published: "2026-07-16"
---

# DSTL0000066551

Buyer: DEFENCE SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY LABORATORY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06cc6c

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## Summary

The Defence Science and Technology Laboratory, a central government public authority located in Porton Down, Salisbury, led the procurement of a DRL Laser system under a direct procurement method. The process was undertaken below the competitive threshold, meaning no open competition was necessary. This contract falls under the 'goods' category, specifically targeting laser systems, and it serves the UKK region in the United Kingdom. The procurement process reached the award stage, with the contract signed on 18th June 2026 and running until 18th September 2026. The entire process was governed by the UKPGA legal basis 2023/54, ensuring compliance with relevant legislative frameworks.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses within the optical and laser technology industries, particularly those capable of supplying advanced laser systems. Medium-sized enterprises with the ability to deliver complex laser solutions could benefit greatly from such contracts. Being below the competitive threshold, this type of procurement might favour businesses that can establish strong direct relationships with governmental bodies, reducing the need for navigating extensive competitive bidding processes. Key to success in similar opportunities would be a business’s capability to meet exacting client requirements within tight timescales and to offer cutting-edge technology solutions.

## Notice

Awarded contract: DRL Laser system

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/067042-2026 |
| 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 | 16 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 17 Jun 2026 |
| Contract period | 18 Jun 2026 - 18 Sep 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £52,045 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DEFENCE SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY LABORATORY |
| Locality | SALISBURY |
| Post town | Salisbury |
| Postcode | SP4 0JQ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire |
| ITL 3 | TLK72 Wiltshire |
| Local authority | Wiltshire |
| Electoral ward | Winterslow & Upper Bourne Valley |
| Westminster constituency | Salisbury |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | PHOTONIC SOLUTIONS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 38636100 - Lasers

## Release History

- 16 Jul 2026 at 08:30 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/067042-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/067042-2026
  16th July 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://photonicsolutions.co.uk/
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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