Tender

UKRI-6045 Child friendly temporary accommodation consultancy

UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI)

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Tender

20 May 2026 at 16:21

Summary of the contracting process

UK Research & Innovation (UKRI) is seeking to appoint a people-centred design organisation for the project titled "UKRI-6045 Child friendly temporary accommodation consultancy." This procurement falls under the category of specialty design services with additional classifications in architectural and design consultancy services. The project is located at Polaris House, Swindon, and encompasses various regions including the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, and other areas globally. Currently in the tender stage, this opportunity is managed through an open procedure aimed at developing child-friendly temporary accommodation models. Key deadlines include a tender period closing on 22nd June 2026, with the contract expected to start on 1st August 2026 and conclude by 31st January 2027. The total value of the contract is £100,000.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for SMEs and VCSEs involved in the design consultancy field, particularly those specialising in innovative and people-centric design solutions. Given the focus on developing scalable, child-friendly temporary accommodation, businesses with expertise in community engagement and building adaptation will find this tender advantageous. The consulting services required aim to create design layouts and specifications adaptable across diverse settings, thus opening potential for future projects beyond the UK. The open procurement method allows new and experienced firms to compete, fostering opportunities for growth and entry into broader markets.

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Notice Title

UKRI-6045 Child friendly temporary accommodation consultancy

Notice Description

UKRI seeks to appoint a people-centred design organisation to develop an evidence based design stage concept for a low cost replicable model of a child friendlier temporary accommodation for families. The focus will be on developing design principles, layouts and specifications that can be transferred and applied across different temporary accommodation settings. The project will involve: engaging with the local community; designing child-friendly adaptations to the building and producing a clear, transferable design pack. To access this opportunity please click here: https://ukri2.my.salesforce-sites.com/ProSpend__CS_ContractPage?SearchType=Projects&uid=a1MTm00000B4rqbMAB&searchStr=&sortStr=Recently+Published&page=1&filters=&County= Please note the following steps for accessing this opportunity via the Atamis eSourcing platform: 1. Log in or create an account here: https://ukri2.my.site.com 2. Navigate to the opportunity in the Find an Opportunity section of the site or via the direct access link above. 3. Select Register Interest (you will not be able to view the tender documentation without registering an interest). 4. Go back to the main menu and navigate to the My Proposals and Quotes section of the site. 5. Select the opportunity from the list. Tender Documents for download are found in the Documents tab.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/22bf7ddc-fd4e-4b3a-8099-54a12c08f9f5
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security


CPV Codes

71220000 - Architectural design services

79415200 - Design consultancy services

79930000 - Specialty design services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£100,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 May 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
22 Jun 20265 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Jul 2026 - 31 Jan 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI)
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SWINDON
Postcode
SN2 1FL
Post Town
Swindon
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK71 Swindon
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Swindon
Electoral Ward
Rodbourne Cheney
Westminster Constituency
Swindon North

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