Award

UKRI-4883 Jet A-1 aviation fuel drums at Sky Blu

UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION

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Award

31 Mar 2025 at 10:00

Summary of the contracting process

UK Research & Innovation has awarded a contract for the provision of Jet A-1 aviation fuel drums at Sky Blu. The contract, classified under the industry category of Petroleum products, fuel, electricity, and other sources of energy (CPV code: 09000000), involves delivery to multiple locations including the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, Rest of the World, and the United Kingdom. The procurement process has been completed, with the tender period ending on 3 February 2025 and the contract period running from 4 February 2025 to 31 March 2025. Key details include a contract value of GBP 1,330,000 and procurement method classified as "Other." The award was published on 31 March 2025.

This contract represents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in the fuel and energy sector to expand their reach and support the supply chain for aviation fuel. It is particularly suitable for large-scale suppliers that can handle the logistics of delivering to diverse and international locations. Enterprises with capabilities in energy provision and those looking to extend their market presence in public procurement can benefit from this contract. UK Research & Innovation's acquisition of aviation fuel drums at Sky Blu highlights the potential for ongoing and future procurement opportunities in related areas.

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Notice Title

UKRI-4883 Jet A-1 aviation fuel drums at Sky Blu

Notice Description

This is a Contract Award for the provision of Jet A-1 aviation fuel drums at Sky Blu

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-d1858db6-7e3c-4b22-9f3e-877aa8bee2f6
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cd7f0b74-be44-4dfb-bc61-d80b21854086
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Other -
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

09 - Petroleum products, fuel, electricity and other sources of energy


CPV Codes

09000000 - Petroleum products, fuel, electricity and other sources of energy

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,330,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£1,330,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
31 Mar 202510 months ago
Submission Deadline
3 Feb 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
3 Feb 20251 years ago
Contract Period
4 Feb 2025 - 31 Mar 2025 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 RESEARCH & INNOVATION
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
nercprocurement@ukri.org
Contact Phone
+441793442000

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

ANTARCTIC LOGISTICS AND EXPEDITIONS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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