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UKRI-4703 Air Compressor Systems Servicing

UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

23 May 2025 at 11:07

Tender

18 Feb 2025 at 14:05

Summary of the contracting process

UK Research & Innovation has completed the procurement process for the servicing of air compressor systems under tender UKRI-4703. The project falls within the repair and maintenance industry category, specifically targeting compressors. The contract, valued at £199,785, is located in Cambridgeshire, UK, and was awarded to the Air Engineering Group. Initially, the tender process commenced with the Open procedure method, covering the GPA standards, and reached its award stage on 22nd May 2025, following the deadline for bid submissions on 25th March 2025.

This tender presents valuable opportunities for small to medium-sized enterprises specialising in repair and maintenance services, particularly those proficient in compressor systems. The contract's option for extension enhances long-term business prospects for capable firms, promoting growth through sustained service provision. Businesses aligned with quality and cost efficiency, given the criteria prioritising a balance of price and quality, would be particularly competitive in securing this and similar contracts. Engaging in such processes not only drives economic growth but also strengthens industry positioning and expertise in servicing essential equipment like air compressors.

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Notice Title

UKRI-4703 Air Compressor Systems Servicing

Notice Description

Air Compressor repair and maintenance Services

Lot Information

Lot 1

Air Compressor repair and maintenance Services

Options: The contract has option to be extended for a period of up to two further 12-month periods

Renewal: The Contract duration shall be for a period of 3 years with options to extend for two further 12 month periods (3+1+1)

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04e346
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026138-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

50531300 - Repair and maintenance services of compressors

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£300,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£300,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£199,785 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
25 Mar 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
21 May 20259 months ago
Contract Period
30 Jun 2025 - 30 Jun 2030 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION
Contact Name
MRC Procurement
Contact Email
mrcprocurement@ukri.org
Contact Phone
+44 01793442000, +44 7731008594

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
TLH12 Cambridgeshire CC

Local Authority
Swindon
Electoral Ward
Rodbourne Cheney
Westminster Constituency
Swindon North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

AIR ENGINEERING GROUP

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