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DDaT25381 UKRI 3-Dimensional Visualisation Facility

UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED

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Summary of the contracting process

The UK Shared Business Services Limited has completed the procurement process for the supply of a 3-Dimensional Visualisation Facility, as per the contract DDaT25381 for UK Research and Innovation (UKRI). This selective procurement was executed through a dynamic purchasing system under the CCS framework for Audio Visual Technical Consultancy & Commissioning (RM6225). Located in Swindon, England, the procurement belongs to the audio-visual equipment industry category and detailed adjustments, such as warranty extension and maintenance to meet operational demand, have been implemented. The contract, starting on 1st December 2025 and ending on 31st March 2030, involves Virtalis Ltd as the supplier with a total value of £247,048.25.

This tender offers significant opportunities for SMEs specialising in audio-visual equipment to engage in long-term collaboration with notable contracting authorities like UKRI. Businesses adept at delivering comprehensive visualisation solutions can particularly benefit from this procurement, enhancing their portfolio and industry relevance. As adjustments have been made to extend warranties and maintenance, suppliers with expertise in sustainable equipment support and management are well-placed to thrive, ensuring continuous service provision throughout the contract duration.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

DDaT25381 UKRI 3-Dimensional Visualisation Facility

Notice Description

***Please note this is an award notice, not a call for competition*** UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) had a requirement for the supply of 3-Dimensional Visualisation Facility. This call-off contract has been sourced via a further competition under the CCS framework Audio Visual Technical Consultancy & Commissioning (RM6225). *** The contract variation 001 has been implemented in accordance with the provisions set out in the original contract. The warranty period has been extended accordingly.*** *** Variation 002 has been implemented in accordance with the provisions set out in the original contract. The maintenance has been extended to meet operational demand.***

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-2ac4c60a-93d4-4b27-a48f-40d61dbfb8ef
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6eb1d019-2f1d-492a-b72b-d4ac1500fb29
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment

CPV Codes

32321200 - Audio-visual equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£247,048 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£247,048 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Mar 20263 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
14 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Dec 20254 months ago
Contract Period
1 Dec 2025 - 31 Mar 2030 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SWINDON
Postcode
SN2 1FF
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

VIRTALIS

Further Information

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