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UKRI-4185 BAS Gateway Agency in Punta Arenas

UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION

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18 Jun 2025 at 13:10

Summary of the contracting process

The UK Research & Innovation (UKRI) has concluded the procurement process for the "UKRI-4185 BAS Gateway Agency in Punta Arenas" with the award of a contract valued at £5,500,000 to Global Defense Logistics UK Ltd. This contract, classified under supporting and auxiliary transport services and travel agencies services, aims to provide essential support to the British Antarctic Survey (BAS) operations in Punta Arenas. The open procedure procurement method was employed, marking the award stage of this process. The contract commenced on 18th June 2025 and will run until 15th June 2029, delivering key services in several regions, including the British Overseas Territories, the Channel Islands, Europe, the Isle of Man, the United Kingdom, and the Rest of the World.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in transport and logistics, particularly those that can offer comprehensive gateway agency services. SMEs are especially suited to compete in this procurement process, given the open nature of the procedure and the focus on auxiliary transport services. Companies capable of facilitating international logistics and managing complex operations will find this contract beneficial, both financially and reputationally, as it encompasses crucial logistical support for Antarctic research missions.

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Notice Title

UKRI-4185 BAS Gateway Agency in Punta Arenas

Notice Description

UKRI wishes to establish a framework agreement (Agreement) for the provision of a Gateway Agency in Punta Arenas. The purpose of this procurement is to appoint a supplier to support the British Antarctic Survey (BAS) in delivering a broad range of services. The framework will be set up to appoint a single Supplier who will act as the main provider. BAS operates out of Punta Arenas as its primary gateway for servicing Rothera Research Station in Antarctica, as a port and as a base for aircraft operations. A gateway agent is an essential part of this operation, carrying out the duties described in detail below, facilitating BAS operations through Punta Arenas. This Agreement is for a duration of 2+1+1 years. The full scope of the services that will be undertaken during the Agreement period is not known, and therefore no guarantee can be given as to the actual amount or type of work that may be ordered during the Agreement period.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-2d1eaa80-395b-4eee-9f9a-b4e7a15b2854
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/784eb892-7986-4a81-92de-f46d5cd051f5
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

63 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services


CPV Codes

63000000 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£5,500,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£5,500,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Jun 20258 months ago
Submission Deadline
16 Jun 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
16 Jun 20258 months ago
Contract Period
17 Jun 2025 - 15 Jun 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
UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
nercprocurement@ukri.org
Contact Phone
+447562167366

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

GLOBAL DEFENSE LOGISTICS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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