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CSP26678 - Data Scientist

UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED

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31 Jul 2026 at 07:13

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process conducted by UK Shared Business Services Limited, under the title "CSP26678 - Data Scientist," falls within the industry category of personnel supply services, including temporary staff. This procurement involves the engagement of a Data Scientist for UK Research and Innovation, situated in the United Kingdom, specifically Swindon. The procurement stage is the award stage, confirmed as complete, with a direct award to L.A. International Computer Consultants Ltd. The procurement was executed via a call-off from the CCS RM6277 Non Clinical Staffing framework agreement. Notably, the contract period spans from 22nd July 2026 to 31st March 2027, with the award being recorded on 24th July 2026 for a value of £145,832.75.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses in the supply services sector to engage with public sector clients like UK Research and Innovation. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in particular are well-positioned to compete for similar tenders, given the procurement's suitability criteria. By being a part of framework agreements, businesses can leverage opportunities for streamlined procurement processes, fostering growth and expanding their portfolio within the public sector. This particular contract highlights potential growth avenues for those experienced in providing skilled temporary personnel to public organisations.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

CSP26678 - Data Scientist

Notice Description

***Please note this is an award notice, not a call for competition*** UK Research and Innovation have a requirement to bring in a Data Scientist. This has been sourced via direct award against CCS RM6277 Non Clinical Staffing.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7710841f-1a1e-4c74-a3be-ab313e5b63be
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

CPV Codes

79620000 - Supply services of personnel including temporary staff

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£145,832 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£145,832 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
31 Jul 20265 days ago
Submission Deadline
10 Jul 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
21 Jul 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 6-12 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 SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

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

L.A. INTERNATIONAL COMPUTER CONSULTANTS

Further Information

Notice Documents

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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