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PS25367 Analysis of English University Research Capabilities

UK SBS

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06 May 2026 at 11:00

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Summary of the contracting process

The contracting process, led by UK SBS, involves the analysis of English university research capabilities under the tender titled "PS25367 Analysis of English University Research Capabilities." This procurement falls within the services industry category, specifically under research and development services and related consultancy services. It is relevant to parties across various regions, including the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, and the United Kingdom, among others. The process was carried out through a selective procurement method as a call-off from the CCS DPS RM6126 - Research and Insights. The tender reached the award stage on 5th May 2026, with Elsevier B.V. contracted to deliver the required services from 6th May 2026 to 21st December 2026, valued at £65,500.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses, particularly those with a strong focus on research and development services, to engage in a high-profile project with UK Research and Innovation. It highlights the beneficial roles that universities and other educational institutions play in identifying expertise and enhancing sectoral resilience. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly well-suited to compete in such selective procurements, which can bolster their credentials by providing critical insights and data analysis capabilities supportive of research efforts across United Kingdom Higher Education Providers (HEPs) and related entities.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

PS25367 Analysis of English University Research Capabilities

Notice Description

This procurement is being concluded following a mini competition under the CCS DPS RM6126 - Research and Insights. Brief Description of Requirement UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) have a requirement to provide Research England with comprehensive evidence on research capabilities across UK HEPs and other institutions as specified, identify concentrations of expertise, assess vulnerability, and highlight concentrations of capabilities in order to better understand sectoral resilience and vulnerability and inform future evidence work in this space.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
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Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dcd3c8bb-10a1-43b8-af54-e8f539350b52
Current Stage
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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
Large

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
£100,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£65,500 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 May 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
7 Apr 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
4 May 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
5 May 2026 - 21 Dec 2026 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 SBS
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

ELSEVIER

Further Information

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