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UKRI-5033 Distributed System of Scientific Collection (DiSSCo) UK Evaluation

UK Research & Innovation (UKRI)

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

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05 Jun 2026 at 15:56

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Award

04 Dec 2025 at 09:51

UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Tender

17 Sep 2025 at 17:04

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The UK Research & Innovation (UKRI) has successfully completed the procurement process for the "UKRI-5033 Distributed System of Scientific Collection (DiSSCo) UK Evaluation" contract. This initiative was aimed at conducting an independent and thorough evaluation of the DiSSCo UK Programme. The procurement was executed via an open procedure, adhering to the "Open procedure" method, and the contract was awarded to ICF Consulting Services Limited, based in London. This contract falls under the "Research and development services and related consultancy services" category, with a focus on services. The contract was officially signed on 5th June 2026 and has an active status. The project will be carried out in the United Kingdom, specifically in the Swindon, Wiltshire region, with a commencement date of 8th June 2026 and an expected completion by 31st May 2029, having options to extend not exceeding a total of 10 years.

This procurement presents multiple opportunities for businesses specialising in research and development consultancy services, particularly those with the capacity to undertake comprehensive evaluations of scientific programmes. The contract's significant value and the extended potential scope due to renewal options (2+2+3 years) make it particularly attractive for large-scale consultancy firms aiming to expand their footprint in government projects. Businesses with expertise in evaluating programme effectiveness, impact delivery, and readiness for future initiatives would find this contract highly aligned with their capabilities, positioning them to leverage this opportunity for substantial business growth and increased visibility in the public sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

UKRI-5033 Distributed System of Scientific Collection (DiSSCo) UK Evaluation

Notice Description

UKRI-5033 Distributed System of Scientific Collections (DiSSCo) UK Evaluation - A comprehensive, independent, and rigorous evaluation of the DiSSCo UK Programme, assessing its delivery, impact, effectiveness, and future readiness.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Options: UKRI have the option to extend the contract for a period of 2+2+3

Renewal: UKRI may extend this Contract for a period of 2+2+3 years

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-059c9b
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/053478-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,250,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£1,250,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
£1,244,600 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
£1,244,600 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Jun 20262 months ago
Submission Deadline
31 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
3 Dec 20258 months ago
Contract Period
8 Jun 2026 - 31 May 2029 2-3 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 (UKRI)
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SWINDON, WILTSHIRE
Postcode
SN2 1FL
Postcode Area
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
TLK14 Swindon
Local Authority
Swindon
Electoral Ward
Rodbourne Cheney
Westminster Constituency
Swindon North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ICF Consulting Services Limited

Further Information

Notice Documents

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