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PS25111 - Design work for STFC

UK RESEARCH AND INNOVATION

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23 May 2025 at 14:36

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Summary of the contracting process

UK Research and Innovation (UKRI), a public authority within central government, has completed a procurement process for "PS25111 - Design work for STFC". Conducted through a limited competition, this contract falls under the services category, specifically design consultancy services. The contract was awarded to FAIRHURST GROUP LLP, a large supplier based in Edinburgh. The procurement method used was a below-threshold limited competition, with the design work planned to be executed across the United Kingdom. The contract period commenced on 24th April 2025 and is set to conclude on 28th August 2025, with the contract having been signed on 23rd April 2025.

This tender presents an opportunity for businesses specialising in design consultancy to partake in government projects, fostering growth by aligning with central government requirements. It is notably suited for businesses capable of delivering specialised design services, particularly those with a solid foothold in consultancy services. Such contracts offer both stability and the potential for further government engagement, especially for businesses that demonstrate capability in adhering to governmental standards and deadlines. Firms seeking to expand their portfolio within the public sector would find such opportunities valuable for long-term growth.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

PS25111 - Design work for STFC

Notice Description

***** THIS IS A CONTRACT DETAILS NOTICE, NOT A CALL FOR COMPETITION ***** This procurement is being concluded following a limited competition procurement exercise. Brief Description of Requirement: UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) require Design work for STFC

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0523ea
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026770-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

CPV Codes

79415200 - Design consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£24,250 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 May 202511 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
22 Apr 20251 years ago
Contract Period
23 Apr 2025 - 28 Aug 2025 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UK RESEARCH AND INNOVATION
Additional Buyers

UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LTD

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
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

FAIRHURST GROUP

Further Information

Notice Documents

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