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UKRI-4939 Tarpaulin Pairs

UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION

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08 May 2025 at 15:07

Summary of the contracting process

The UK Research & Innovation (UKRI), located in Swindon, successfully completed a procurement process for the supply of tarpaulin pairs, titled "UKRI-4939 Tarpaulin Pairs". This contract was part of the public procurement in the goods category, specifically tarpaulins, awnings, and sunblinds. The procurement method employed was 'limited', falling under the category of below-threshold limited competition. The process culminated in the awarding of a contract to Stuart Canvas Ltd, a small to medium-sized enterprise (SME) based in Warrington. The contract, valued at £89,298 net, was signed on 7th May 2025, and it runs from 9th May 2025 until 31st October 2028.

This tender provides significant opportunities for SMEs specialising in the production and supply of tarpaulins and related products. Businesses with capabilities in manufacturing goods within the specified category can benefit from engaging in similar procurement processes. Limited competition, as seen in this instance, indicates a favourable environment for smaller enterprises that can meet niche or specialised requirements. Such opportunities enable growth through government contracts, making it an appealing prospect for businesses aiming to expand within the public sector supply chain. Stuart Canvas Ltd's success in securing the contract showcases the potential for similar-sized companies to thrive in this space.

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Notice Title

UKRI-4939 Tarpaulin Pairs

Notice Description

UKRI STFC Daresbury Laboratory appointed a supplier to provide a number of tarpaulin pairs. To view this notice, please click here: https://ukri.delta-esourcing.com/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=948122802

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-050f17
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019826-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - limited competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products


CPV Codes

39522100 - Tarpaulins, awnings and sunblinds

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£89,298 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
7 May 20259 months ago
Contract Period
9 May 2025 - 31 Oct 2028 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION
Contact Name
STFC Procurement
Contact Email
stfcprocurement@ukri.org
Contact Phone
+441793 442000

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

STUART CANVAS

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