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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 15:38

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process managed by UK Research & Innovation (UKRI), located in Swindon, United Kingdom, involves the completion of a contract for a pilot study focused on developing a GIS-based groundwater assessment tool. The tender, identified as UKRI-4937, falls under the category of research and testing services within the goods industry. The procurement method chosen was direct and below the threshold, indicating no competition involved. This project supports business opportunities in both the UK and Africa, with significant activities oriented towards enhancing groundwater investment tools. The procurement stage is currently at the "award" and "contract" phases, with key dates including a contract period from 1st August 2025 to 31st December 2026, and a potential extension for up to two weeks post expiry.

This tender provides growth opportunities particularly for businesses specialising in research, scientific testing, and technological simulations. The contract, valued at USD 42,988.80, has been awarded to The Geological Society of Kenya, a large-scale supplier, reflecting a significant cross-national collaboration. Businesses with experience in infrastructure development, geographic information systems (GIS), and those who can offer unique technological solutions for groundwater management would find this tender aligns well with their capabilities. Given the focus on innovative tool development and the involvement of international partnerships, there is a tangible potential for expanding market reach and establishing prestigious working relationships in the scientific and governmental sectors.

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Notice Information

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

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0581f0
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/046288-2025
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

Buyer & Supplier

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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