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UKRI-4979 Data link Pre-production Assemblies

UK RESEARCH AND INNOVATION

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21 May 2025 at 12:27

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, titled "UKRI-4979 Data link Pre-production Assemblies," is managed by UK Research and Innovation, located in Swindon, United Kingdom. This contract involves the fabrication of pre-production assemblies for a data link system within STFC’s Particle Physics Department. Positioned in the industry category of data-transmission equipment, the procurement stage has progressed to the award and contract phase, with the award being active since 21st May 2025. The contract runs from 15th May 2025 until 30th June 2025. The procurement method used was direct and below-threshold without competition, highlighting a more streamlined process resulting in the award to Tekdata Interconnections Ltd, based in Stoke-on-Trent.

This tender presents opportunities for businesses involved in the manufacturing and supply of data-transmission equipment to align with advanced scientific endeavours. Companies specialising in high-precision assembly or those with capabilities in electronics and data link systems would find this contract beneficial for their growth trajectory. By associating with a high-profile buyer like UK Research and Innovation, businesses can gain a reputation boost and access further opportunities within the public sector arena, particularly those aiming to fortify relationships within scientific and technology departments nationwide.

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Notice Title

UKRI-4979 Data link Pre-production Assemblies

Notice Description

This contract is for the fabrication of pre-production assemblies for the data link system for STFC's Particle Physics Department (PPD). To view this notice, please click here: https://ukri.delta-esourcing.com/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=951991070

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-051aa5
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/023870-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment


CPV Codes

32260000 - Data-transmission equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£44,831 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 May 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
14 May 20259 months ago
Contract Period
15 May 2025 - 30 Jun 2025 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UK RESEARCH AND INNOVATION
Contact Name
STFC Procurement
Contact Email
stfcprocurement@ukri.org
Contact Phone
+44 1793 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

TEKDATA INTERCONNECTIONS

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