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UKRI-5531 MRC LMB LED Light Fittings

UK RESEARCH AND INNOVATION

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23 Dec 2025 at 13:55

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process titled "UKRI-5531 MRC LMB LED Light Fittings" was managed by UK Research and Innovation, a prominent organisation in the East of England. The procurement falls under the category of goods, specifically lamps and light fittings, classified with the CPV code 31520000. This contract pertains to supplying LED light fittings to the MRC Laboratory of Molecular Biology in Cambridge. The procurement was conducted through a selective method, involving a call-off from a framework agreement. Key dates during the process included the tender end date on 19th December 2025, with the contract period starting on 22nd December 2025 and ending on 31st March 2026. Rexel UK Limited, a large-scale enterprise, was the successful supplier, with the award date noted as 22nd December 2025.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in the manufacture or supply of lighting solutions, particularly those equipped to engage with frameworks in public procurement. While the primary contract has been awarded to a large supplier, smaller companies might find future opportunities through subcontracting arrangements or positioning themselves for upcoming tenders within similar frameworks. Organisations adept in building robust partnerships and possessing a reputation for reliable delivery within the lighting industry would be well-suited to compete in this competitive sector. Engaging with public sector buyers like UK Research and Innovation can pave the way for business growth due to the stable demand within governmental institutions for innovative and cost-effective solutions.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

UKRI-5531 MRC LMB LED Light Fittings

Notice Description

Supplyof LED Light Fittings to MRC-LMB Cambridge

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-2c4b14e6-0e91-49e7-99c1-dec513dedab0
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/394116d4-3851-4b29-aeb4-5b746cd2b5b6
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting

CPV Codes

31520000 - Lamps and light fittings

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£239,996 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£239,966 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
19 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
22 Dec 20252 months ago
Contract Period
22 Dec 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 1-6 months
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 RESEARCH AND INNOVATION
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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

REXEL

Further Information

Notice Documents

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