Scope
Reference
UKRI-5015
Description
UK Research and Innovation have a requirement for a laser system, including optical parametric amplifiers (OPAs) and a synchronisation module, to support the HiLUX project.
Contract 1. UKRI-5015 HiLUX ULTRA Laser Phase 2
Supplier
Contract value
- £379,850.75 excluding VAT
- £455,820.90 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Date signed
15 July 2025
Contract dates
- 16 July 2025 to 25 March 2026
- 8 months, 10 days
Main procurement category
Goods
CPV classifications
- 38636100 - Lasers
Other information
Applicable trade agreements
- Government Procurement Agreement (GPA)
Conflicts assessment prepared/revised
Yes
Procedure
Procedure type
Direct award
Direct award justification
Single supplier - technical reasons
To ensure full compatibility, reduce risk, and maintain project continuity, the system must be identical in design and functionality. A new supplier would require significant redevelopment of drivers and software, increasing cost and delays. Photonics Solutions is the only supplier able to meet the technical, operational, and schedule requirements without introducing additional risk to the HiLUX programme.
This direct award is therefore justified on the grounds of technical compatibility.
Supplier
Photonic Solutions Ltd
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PYNC-9658-MBVV
Unit 2.2 Quantum Court, Heriot-Watt University Research Park
EDINBURGH
EH14 4AP
United Kingdom
Region: UKM75 - Edinburgh, City of
Small or medium-sized enterprise (SME): No
Voluntary, community or social enterprise (VCSE): No
Supported employment provider: No
Public service mutual: No
Contract 1. UKRI-5015 HiLUX ULTRA Laser Phase 2
Contracting authority
UK Research & Innovation (UKRI)
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PDQJ-7126-JDHG
Polaris House
Swindon, Wiltshire
SN2 1FL
United Kingdom
Region: UKK14 - Swindon
Organisation type: Public authority - central government