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UKRI Business Intelligence and Data Analytics Software

UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED

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24 Jul 2026 at 09:48

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Summary of the contracting process

UK Research and Innovation (UKRI), through UK Shared Business Services Limited, has awarded a contract for business intelligence and data analytics software, with the process finalised on 16th July 2026. This procurement falls under the industry category of Software Package and Information Systems and is targeted specifically at UK-based suppliers. The award notice indicates that Insight Direct (UK) Limited has secured the contract with a value of £333,105.49. This selective procurement was conducted as a call-off from the G Cloud 14 framework (RM1557.14). The contract, with an initial term of one year, commencing on 21st July 2026 and ending on 20th July 2027, allows for a possible extension totaling a maximum value of £666,210.98.

This tender offers a significant opportunity for businesses involved in software development and implementation, specifically those with expertise in data analytics solutions. SMEs are particularly encouraged, as the procurement is identified as suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises. Companies in the software and IT services sectors could leverage their capabilities and expand their portfolios with public sector engagements, stimulating growth by integrating national frameworks like G Cloud. Although this particular process has culminated in an award, businesses in this field are well-advised to stay alert for similar opportunities, which can promote both sectoral expertise and public sector penetration.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

UKRI Business Intelligence and Data Analytics Software

Notice Description

***Please note this is an award notice, not a call for competition*** UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) had a requirement for the supply of business intelligence and data analytics software. This Call Off contract has been sources via a longlist shortlist exercise on the G Cloud 14 framework (RM1557.14) The contract has been set up as 1+1, the total maximum Call-Off Contract value, including any extensions, shall not exceed PS666,210.98 excluding VAT.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ea5de8cd-6ec8-4ccf-9e0a-f09209162646
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

48 - Software package and information systems

CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£333,105 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£333,105 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
13 Jul 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
15 Jul 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
20 Jul 2026 - 20 Jul 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
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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

INSIGHT DIRECT (UK

Further Information

Notice Documents

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