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UKRI-4937 Pilot Study for GIS-Based Groundwater Assessment Tool

UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION

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05 Aug 2025 at 15:37

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process was driven by the UK Research & Innovation organisation for the project titled "UKRI-4937 Pilot Study for GIS-Based Groundwater Assessment Tool". This initiative falls under the goods category, specifically focusing on research, testing, and scientific technical simulators, and is situated in the United Kingdom. The procurement proceeded through a direct method, without competition, as it was below the threshold. Key dates include the award date of 25th July 2025 and the contract's active period from 1st August 2025 to 31st December 2026, with a potential extension until 14th January 2027.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the field of scientific research and technology development, particularly those specialising in digital geographic information systems (GIS) and groundwater assessment tools. With The Geological Society of Kenya as the contracted supplier, other businesses with relevant expertise and capacity, especially large-scale firms, could find opportunities in similar projects or by offering supplementary services or products. Engaging in such projects allows businesses to enhance their portfolios, foster innovation, and establish strategic partnerships within the research and innovation sector.

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Notice Title

UKRI-4937 Pilot Study for GIS-Based Groundwater Assessment Tool

Notice Description

Developing a GIS-based decision support tool for groundwater development and investment in Africa

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0581ef
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/046286-2025
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

38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)


CPV Codes

38970000 - Research, testing and scientific technical simulator

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£35,824 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Aug 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
24 Jul 20257 months ago
Contract Period
31 Jul 2025 - 31 Dec 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
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
nercprocurement@ukri.org
Contact Phone
+441793442000

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

THE GEOLOGICAL SOCIETY OF KENYA

Further Information

Notice Documents

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