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12 Jun 2026 at 09:09

Award

02 Mar 2026 at 14:42

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the contract titled "PS25276 - Horizon Europe (HEU), managed by the European Commission - Evaluation" was conducted by the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT) with the procurement stage now complete. This procurement was executed through a selective method as a call-off from a dynamic purchasing system under the Crown Commercial Service - RM6126 Research & Insights DPS. The awarded contract is valued at £961,600 and involves research and development services and related consultancy, classified under CPV code 73000000. The contract period is from 2nd March 2026 to 30th March 2029, with the procurement addressing locations across the British Oversea Territories, Channel Islands, Isle of Man, Europe, the Rest of the World, and the United Kingdom. The tender process concluded on 9th January 2026, and the award was published on 2nd March 2026.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specializing in research and development services, especially those small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) looking to expand their market reach. With the focus on evaluating the domestic impacts of the UK's Association to Horizon Europe and generating evidence for future negotiations, businesses with expertise in policy analysis, performance evaluation, and consultancy would find this project particularly advantageous. The successful bidder, Technopolis Limited, was selected for their capability in delivering insightful evaluations and recommendations, setting a precedent that emphasises the need for robust analytical skills and experience in international research projects.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

PS25276 - Horizon Europe (HEU), managed by the European Commission - Evaluation

Notice Description

***** THIS IS AN AWARD NOTICE, NOT A CALL FOR COMPETITION ***** This procurement is being concluded following a mini competition under the Crown Commercial Service - RM6126 Research & Insights DPS. Brief Description of Requirement *****

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-205db520-14c0-4e12-8b8c-dc59031797a0
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/02288f2e-6f7b-4f44-8eaf-3d82edc49f58
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Dynamic
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a dynamic purchasing system
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£961,600 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Jun 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
9 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
24 Feb 20264 months ago
Contract Period
2 Mar 2026 - 30 Mar 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DSIT
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SWINDON
Postcode
SN2 1LL
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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

TECHNOPOLIS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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