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UKRI-5083 Software Renewal for STFC RAL

UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI)

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21 Jul 2025 at 12:27

Summary of the contracting process

UK Research & Innovation (UKRI), located in Swindon, Wiltshire, has recently completed a procurement process titled "UKRI-5083 Software Renewal for STFC RAL," focusing on software-related services. The procurement was managed as a direct, below-threshold method without competition, under the legal basis of UKPGA 2023/54. This contract involved renewing software licenses for the STFC Rutherford Appleton Laboratory and was awarded on 18th July 2025, becoming active on 21st July 2025 and ending on 19th June 2026. The contract was worth £28,905.80 excluding VAT, with a gross value of £34,686.96, and awarded to ANSYS UK Ltd, a large supplier based in Sheffield.

This tender presents valuable opportunities for businesses specialising in software services, especially those capable of offering software renewal and maintenance solutions. Companies familiar with public procurement processes and having a track record in offering comprehensive software services would be particularly well-suited to compete for similar future contracts. Being a part of UKRI's network could bolster growth in software delivery capabilities and open up further collaborations with other government agencies. Engaging with such contracts not only facilitates business expansion into the public sector but also enhances credibility and enhances company portfolios.

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Notice Title

UKRI-5083 Software Renewal for STFC RAL

Notice Description

This contract covers the renewal of software licenses for STFC Rutherford Appleton Laboratory (RAL)

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0562ec
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/041638-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

72260000 - Software-related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£28,905 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Jul 20257 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
17 Jul 20257 months ago
Contract Period
20 Jul 2025 - 19 Jun 2026 6-12 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 & INNOVATION (UKRI)
Contact Name
STFC Procurement
Contact Email
stfcprocurement@ukri.org
Contact Phone
+44 1793442000

Buyer Location

Locality
SWINDON, WILTSHIRE
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

ANSYS

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