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UKRI-4731 - Supply of Cryogenic Methane Moderator Systems

UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI)

This public procurement record has 4 releases in its history.

Award

01 Dec 2025 at 12:33

Award

03 Nov 2025 at 10:35

TenderUpdate

05 Sep 2025 at 13:34

Tender

14 Aug 2025 at 15:49

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "UKRI-4731 - Supply of Cryogenic Methane Moderator Systems" was conducted by UK Research & Innovation (UKRI), a key public authority in central government based in Swindon, Wiltshire, United Kingdom. This process involved the open procurement method, targeting the goods category, with a focus on particle accelerators and related components. The procurement has progressed through multiple stages, including planning, tender, and award, eventually being marked complete. Originally initiated on 14 August 2025, with the contract signing on 17 November 2025, the framework agreement will run until 16 November 2027, with potential extension options up to 2029. The contract, valued at a gross amount of £792,000, was tendered under an open procedure allowing framework agreements with and without reopening competition.

This tender presents significant opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) such as Fieldhouse Engineering Ltd and Prototech Engineering Limited, both of which successfully competed and were awarded contracts. The focus on specialised components like cryogenic systems and particle accelerators opens doors for businesses with expertise in manufacturing, engineering, and supply of materials like helium and methane. SMEs with capabilities in fabrication work, welding, and producing steel pressure vessels stand to benefit substantially. The framework agreement promotes a prioritised ranking system, providing continuous opportunities for adept vendors to secure orders. Businesses located within the United Kingdom, especially those near UKRI's Swindon hub, are well-suited to leverage logistical advantages for successful engagement.

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Notice Title

UKRI-4731 - Supply of Cryogenic Methane Moderator Systems

Notice Description

Tender for the manufacture and supply of Cryogenic Methane Moderator Systems

Lot Information

Lot 1

Supply of TS1 Liquid methane moderators

Options: The framework will operate for a maximum duration of 4 years, on a 2 + 2 basis

Renewal: The framework will operate for a maximum duration of 4 years, on a 2 + 2 basis

Lot 2

Supply of TS2 Solid methane moderators

Options: The framework will operate for a maximum duration of 4 years, on a 2 + 2 basis

Renewal: The framework will operate for a maximum duration of 4 years, on a 2 + 2 basis

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-058864
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/078462-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

24 - Chemical products

31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting

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

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

24111300 - Helium

24321111 - Methane

31643000 - Particle accelerators

44164200 - Tubing

44615100 - Steel pressure vessels

45255400 - Fabrication work

45262680 - Welding

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£660,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£660,000 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
£660,000 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
£660,000 £500K-£1M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
26 Sep 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Oct 20253 months ago
Contract Period
18 Nov 2025 - 16 Nov 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
2027-08-13

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active, Pending
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
2
Supplier Names

FIELDHOUSE ENGINEERING

PROTOTECH ENGINEERING

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