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UKRI-5100 Automated Bottle Processing System

UK Research & Innovation (UKRI)

This public procurement record has 5 releases in its history.

Award

14 Nov 2025 at 13:09

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Award

21 Oct 2025 at 12:17

UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Tender

11 Sep 2025 at 15:46

UK4 - Tender Notice
PlanningUpdate

29 Jul 2025 at 14:23

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Planning

22 Jul 2025 at 11:33

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

UK Research & Innovation (UKRI) has completed the procurement process for the acquisition of an automated bottle processing system, with the contract awarded under an open procedure. The appointed supplier is Tecniplast UK Ltd. The procurement, concerning machinery for cleaning, filling, packing or wrapping bottles, falls under the goods category with a total contract value of GBP 324,530.87 gross. The final procurement stage was marked by the contract's activation on 17 November 2025, with the contract period extending until 31 March 2029. This project, initiated to replace the existing equipment at Harwell, aims to support crucial operations while contributing to utilities reductions and aligning with UKRI’s carbon reduction strategy. The contract also includes options for removal and disposal of the old processor and maintenance extensions.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in automated bottle processing systems and related machinery. Suppliers like Tecniplast UK Ltd, which have demonstrated capability in installations within the UK, are well-positioned to benefit from such contracts. Enterprises that focus on innovation in processing and have a strong track record may find this appealing as it involves comprehensive operational requirements, including de-capping and rinsing capabilities. The procurement also highlights UKRI's efforts to engage with suppliers through pre-market engagements, providing further openings for businesses to showcase their solutions and potentially secure future contracts in public procurement initiatives aimed at technological advancement and sustainability.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

UKRI-5100 Automated Bottle Processing System

Notice Description

UK Research and Innovation at Harwell have appointed a supplier to purchase a replacement automated bottle processing system from. The system features include automatic bottle de-capping, bottle emptying, washing and rinsing.

Planning Information

The purpose of this Pre Market Engagement notice is to inform the market of the upcoming requirement and to engage with equipment manufacturers and installers to inform the development of the tender specification. To facilitate a discussion on the possible solutions, we would like to invite potential suppliers to visit site on Monday 11th August.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0563a2
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/073977-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Planning, Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

42 - Industrial machinery

CPV Codes

42921000 - Machinery for cleaning, filling, packing or wrapping bottles or other containers

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£250,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£250,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
£270,442 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
£270,442 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Nov 20259 months ago
Submission Deadline
8 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
28 Aug 2025Expired
Award Date
14 Oct 202510 months ago
Contract Period
17 Nov 2025 - 31 Mar 2029 3-4 years
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 & Innovation (UKRI)
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SWINDON, WILTSHIRE
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
TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC
Local Authority
Swindon
Electoral Ward
Rodbourne Cheney
Westminster Constituency
Swindon North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Tecniplast UK Ltd

Further Information

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