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Award

22 Jul 2026 at 12:08

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process led by UK Research & Innovation, based in Swindon, England, has concluded with the award stage for a project focused on "Project-supervision services other than for construction work". The tender, which falls under the services category, utilises a selective procurement method via a call-off from a dynamic purchasing system. It concerns the delivery of services across the United Kingdom and has been awarded to Raven Dynamics, an SME located in Lincoln. The procurement process officially awarded the contract on 11th July 2026, with the contract set to commence on 1st September 2026 and conclude by 29th February 2028. The total contract value is £17,540 GBP. This tender, previously marked complete as of 24th June 2026, suggests a structured procurement lifecycle, concluding with the publication of the award notice on 22nd July 2026.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for SMEs engaged in project supervision services. Businesses equipped with expertise in supervisory services relevant to government projects may find this opportunity particularly beneficial. As UK Research & Innovation operates with a focus on advancing scientific and technological progress, SMEs with innovative operational frameworks are particularly well-suited to align with the procurement's goals. This contract reflects a supportive environment for SMEs seeking collaboration, thus fostering potential business growth through participation in public sector projects.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

ITT for project 10197514, 10198359, 10197260, 10197858 and 10196771

Notice Description

ITT for project 10197514, 10198359, 10197260, 10197858 and 10196771

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-61aa2728-f945-4947-97bf-934e16ca5612
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9f9273ad-2006-46b3-85fb-7f6d2fc6c9c3
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

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

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


CPV Codes

79421100 - Project-supervision services other than for construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£17,540 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£17,540 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Jul 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
24 Jun 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
10 Jul 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
31 Aug 2026 - 29 Feb 2028 1-2 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
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 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

RAVEN DYNAMICS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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