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UKRI-5145 Conduit tube assembly

UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI)

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12 Aug 2025 at 11:25

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process conducted by UK Research & Innovation (UKRI), a notable public authority within the central government, focused on the 'UKRI-5145 Conduit tube assembly'. This tender falls under the Goods industry category, specifically involving cable conduits. The procurement, carried out through a limited method due to its below-threshold status, took place in Swindon, Wiltshire, in the United Kingdom. The tender concluded with the completion and award of the contract to WEC Group Ltd. This contract was signed on 7th August 2025 and became active on 18th August 2025, scheduled to end on 15th October 2025. The awarded contract valued at £49,986.90 marks an essential procurement stage concerning ready-to-supply components provided by the STFC.

This awarded tender presents substantial opportunities for SMEs, particularly those capable of providing specialised manufacturing services like cable conduit assembly. Businesses positioned within the hardware supply chain and possessing capabilities in precision engineering will find this opportunity conducive to growth. Additionally, given the limited competition method used and the central government’s engagement, this procurement highlights a valuable collaboration point for firms looking to solidify credibility and expand within public sector projects. Successful participation in such tenders enables suppliers to forge impactful relationships and secure repeat business with significant governmental authorities.

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Notice Title

UKRI-5145 Conduit tube assembly

Notice Description

UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) Science and Technology Faciltiies Council (STFC) had a requirement for the provison of Cable Conduit assembly- all material free issued. This was completed through a procurement process.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0585fd
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/047985-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - limited competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)


CPV Codes

44322100 - Cable conduits

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£49,986 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Aug 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
6 Aug 20256 months ago
Contract Period
17 Aug 2025 - 15 Oct 2025 1-6 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
Not specified
Contact Email
stfcprocurement@ukri.org
Contact Phone
Not specified

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

WEC GROUP

Further Information

Notice Documents

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