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UKRI-5063 SuperFab Access

UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI)

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29 Jul 2025 at 09:05

Summary of the contracting process

UK Research & Innovation (UKRI), a public authority within the central government, has awarded a contract titled "UKRI-5063 SuperFab Access" for cleanroom access to support the fabrication of superconducting quantum devices. The procurement process was initiated as a tender and is currently in the award stage, marked as complete. The contract for research services was awarded to Royal Holloway, University of London, and covers the period from 23rd July 2025 to 23rd July 2026. With the procurement carried out through a limited method due to being below threshold with limited competition, the contract holds a gross value of £48,000. UKRI is located in Swindon, Wiltshire, UK, while Royal Holloway is situated in Egham, UK.

This tender presents an opportunity for institutions specialising in research services to engage in niche scientific endeavours related to superconducting quantum devices. Given the nature of the requirement, organisations with capabilities in advanced scientific research facilities and expertise in quantum technology are well-positioned to benefit. The project could foster significant advancements in quantum technologies, presenting growth opportunities for businesses that can provide high-tech equipment, research support, or specialised facility access. The involvement of established academic institutions illustrates readiness for partnerships in cutting-edge innovation spaces.

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Notice Title

UKRI-5063 SuperFab Access

Notice Description

UK Research and Innovation had a requirement for cleanroom access to support the fabrication of superconducting quantum devices

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0567ae
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/043711-2025
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

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73110000 - Research services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£40,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Jul 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
21 Jul 20257 months ago
Contract Period
22 Jul 2025 - 23 Jul 2026 1-2 years
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
01793 442000

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

ROYAL HOLLOWAY, UNIVERSITY OF LONDON

Further Information

Notice Documents

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