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24 Jun 2026 at 09:55

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24 Jun 2026 at 09:47

Summary of the contracting process

UK Research and Innovation has completed the procurement process for the supply of Bulk Liquid Nitrogen under the title "UKRI-6102 CLF R2 LN2 Bulk Nitrogen". The procurement falls under the industry category of Gases and is classified under the CPV code 24100000. The buying organisation is based in Swindon, South East, United Kingdom, and the procurement was conducted using a selective method as a call-off from the LUPC Framework LAB4060 SU. The contract period started on 22nd May 2026 and will end on 31st March 2027, with an award value of £105,000 to BOC Ltd, the supplier. The award date was on 22nd May 2026, and the award was published on 24th June 2026.

This tender presents lucrative opportunities for businesses involved in the gases industry, particularly those capable of supplying bulk liquid nitrogen. It is especially suited for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) due to the tailored suitability criteria. Engaging in this procurement process could not only secure a substantial contract with a valued organisation, but also bolster a company's portfolio and credibility in the public sector. Companies equipped with the appropriate delivery capabilities and compliance with framework agreements should consider competing for similar future opportunities.

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Notice Title

UKRI-6102 CLF R2 LN2 Bulk Nitrogen

Notice Description

This contract is for the supply of Bulk Liquid Nitrogen for R2 CLF. This is a call-off under the LUPC Framework LAB4060 SU

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-c42cf547-4179-47b7-be80-5a436379898e
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/520bc1ed-4275-43c4-8064-f277cf644b75
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

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, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

24 - Chemical products


CPV Codes

24100000 - Gases

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£70,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£175,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Jun 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
21 May 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
21 May 20261 months ago
Contract Period
21 May 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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UK RESEARCH AND INNOVATION
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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
TLJ South East (England)

Local Authority
Swindon
Electoral Ward
Rodbourne Cheney
Westminster Constituency
Swindon North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BOC

Further Information

Notice Documents

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