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Award

03 Jun 2026 at 07:39

Summary of the contracting process

The recent procurement process conducted by UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) involved the procurement of hard drives, with the award being published on 3rd June 2026. The buying organisation responsible for this procurement is UK Shared Business Services Limited, based in Swindon, England. The procurement falls under the hardware industry category, with delivery specified for postal code CB2 0QH. This process used a selective procurement method through a call-off from the Technology Products & Associated Services 2 (TePAS 2) framework, reference RM6098. The tender concluded as an award on 12th May 2026, marking the transition from the tender period ending on 11th May 2026 to the contract period which spans from 12th May 2026 to 31st August 2026.

This tender presents growth opportunities for businesses specialised in delivering hardware solutions at scale. With Probrand Ltd being the awarded supplier, it demonstrates opportunities for large-scale businesses proficient in meeting precise hardware requirements within defined frameworks. Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) might have limited direct engagement opportunities unless part of a consortium or as subcontractors within these established frameworks. Such procurement processes enable participating businesses to strengthen relationships with government entities and enhance their reputation in delivering high-value goods efficiently.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Hard drives

Notice Description

***This is an award notice, not a call for competition*** UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) had a requirement for the provision of hard drives. This procurement has been concluded via the Technology Products & Associated Services 2 (TePAS 2) framework with reference RM6098 .

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-c5478632-8b21-4d43-a1e3-0a254170fdd2
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/25a1168f-ed9f-4dea-8c93-191391ae079e
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
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)


CPV Codes

44316400 - Hardware

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£80,561 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£80,561 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Jun 20263 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
10 May 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
11 May 20261 months ago
Contract Period
11 May 2026 - 31 Aug 2026 1-6 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 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

PROBRAND

Further Information

Notice Documents

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