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PS25212 - Evaluation Study of STFC's Investments into Neutron Facilities

UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED

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27 Nov 2025 at 10:58

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Summary of the contracting process

The contracting authority for this procurement process is the UK Shared Business Services Limited, based in Swindon, England. The process, titled "PS25212 - Evaluation Study of STFC's Investments into Neutron Facilities," falls under the Research and Development Services industry category. This tender process, which has now progressed to the award stage as of 27th November 2025, involves the commissioning of a study to measure the impact of neutron facilities funded by the Science and Technologies Facilities Council (STFC). This selective procurement was conducted via a call-off from the dynamic purchasing system CCS Research & Insights DPS RM6126, with a total contract value of £342,000. The contract runs from 17th November 2025 to 31st March 2028 with Technopolis Limited, identified as an SME, being the awarded supplier.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specializing in research and development services, particularly those with expertise in scientific facility evaluation and impact measurement. Companies in the SME sector are notably encouraged, aligning with the tender's suitability criteria. Furthermore, businesses offering consultancy services in this domain may find this contract to be a significant avenue for growth, enhancing their portfolio and demonstrating capability in substantial, long-term research projects within the UK governmental framework. The procurement method utilised provides a structured yet competitive selection process, ensuring qualified businesses can successfully partake.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

PS25212 - Evaluation Study of STFC's Investments into Neutron Facilities

Notice Description

***** THIS IS AN AWARD NOTICE, NOT A CALL FOR COMPETITION ***** This procurement is being concluded following competitive tender via the CCS Research & Insights DPS RM6126. Brief Description of Requirement The Science and Technologies Facilities Council (STFC), part of UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) wishes to commission a single contract that will go over several years to meet multiple needs around the measurement of the impact of STFC funded neutron facilities.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/38071b51-8bbf-4790-a03b-e4a21212c7bd
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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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
Awardee Scale
SME

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
£342,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£342,850 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Nov 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
9 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
11 Nov 20253 months ago
Contract Period
17 Nov 2025 - 31 Mar 2028 2-3 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
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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

TECHNOPOLIS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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