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UKRI-4981 Software Subscription and Support Renewal

UK Research & Innovation

This public procurement record has 4 releases in its history.

ContractTermination

15 Jul 2026 at 10:29

UK11 - Contract Termination Notice
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25 Jun 2025 at 10:05

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
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22 May 2025 at 19:05

UK6 - Contract Award Notice
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20 May 2025 at 12:06

UK5 - Transparency Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "UKRI-4981 Software Subscription and Support Renewal" involved UK Research & Innovation, based in Swindon, United Kingdom, as the buying organisation. The process was classified under the industry category of software supply services and specifically targeted the location of Hartree, UKD61. Initially set as a direct award due to proprietary considerations, the contract with IBM United Kingdom Ltd commenced on 5th June 2025 and concluded on 2nd June 2026. However, as of 15th July 2026, the contract status was recorded as terminated with the completion of delivery, highlighting a gross value of £200,316.58.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses in the software development and support services sector, particularly those capable of providing exclusive or proprietary technology solutions. Large companies with established proprietary software solutions, like IBM, are especially well-positioned to compete for similar direct award contracts, offering specialised support that aligns with the buyer's unique technical requirements. By securing such tenders, businesses can enhance their market presence and potentially establish long-term relationships with government entities.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

UKRI-4981 Software Subscription and Support Renewal

Notice Description

This requirement is for the procurement of Software Subscription and Support Renewal for STFC(Hartree). To view this notice, please click here: https://ukri.delta-esourcing.com/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=961518833

Procurement Information

The required software and technology are proprietary to IBM and not available through other suppliers, making IBM the only viable provider.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05187f
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/066610-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK11 - Contract Termination Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

CPV Codes

72268000 - Software supply services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£166,930 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
£166,930 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Jul 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 May 20251 years ago
Contract Period
5 Jun 2025 - 2 Jun 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UK Research & 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
Postcode Area
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

IBM United Kingdom Ltd

Further Information

Notice Documents

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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