---
title: "UKRI-6105 Double Door Steam Autoclave"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06dbb5"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI)"
published: "2026-08-04"
---

# UKRI-6105 Double Door Steam Autoclave

Buyer: UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI)  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06dbb5

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## Summary

UK Research & Innovation (UKRI) is inviting bids for the provision of a Double Door Steam Autoclave through a Competitive Flexible Procedure. The procurement falls under the goods category and is valued at approximately £500,000 to £600,000. Operating from Swindon, Wiltshire, UKRI has outlined key timelines for this tender: the enquiry period closes on 14th September 2026, the tender period ends on 21st September 2026, and the award is anticipated by 30th September 2026. The successful contract will commence on 14th October 2026 and run until 13th July 2033, with an option for an additional autoclave purchase within three years. This open tender aligns with UK central government public authority regulations and involves a mandatory Security Gateway process for document access.

This tender presents a promising opportunity for businesses in the manufacturing and supply of medical or laboratory equipment, specifically autoclaves. Companies that excel in technical and quality delivery with competitive pricing could significantly benefit from securing this contract. Given the project's value and duration, both large-scale suppliers and smaller specialised firms with robust expertise in steam autoclave technology are well-positioned to compete. Engaging in this procurement process could considerably enhance market position, drive revenue growth, and establish a long-term partnership with a distinguished UK government research entity. Successful bidders must ensure rigorous compliance with the security and technical requirements laid out by UKRI.

## Notice

UKRI wishes to establish a Contract for the provision of a Double Door Steam Autoclave through a Competitive Flexible Procedure. Access to the tender documentation is subject to completion of a Security Gateway process and only suppliers that successfully satisfy the Security Gateway requirements will be provided access to the tender documents.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Options: Option to purchase one additional autoclave unit within 3 years of the contract being signed.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/073879-2026 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Competitive flexible procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 4 Aug 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 21 Sep 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 13 Oct 2026 - 13 Jul 2033 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £500,000 |
| Lots value | £500,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Active |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## 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 | TLH12 Cambridgeshire CC |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

### Codes

- 33191110 - Autoclaves

## Release History

- 4 Aug 2026 at 15:47 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/073879-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/073879-2026
  4th August 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://ukri2.my.site.com
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents
- https://www.ukri.org/

## Provenance

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