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UKRI-5097 Research Professional Subscription 2025/26

UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI)

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19 Sep 2025 at 08:08

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process conducted by UK Research & Innovation (UKRI), a public authority under the UK central government, involves the "UKRI-5097 Research Professional Subscription 2025/26" contract. This involves subscription services for an online platform dedicated to research funding opportunities. The contract is significant within the services category and takes place at UKRI's location in Swindon, Wiltshire, UK. The process reached the award and contract stage, with the award active as of 19th September 2025. The contract period commenced on the same date and is set to conclude on 7th June 2026. The procurement method utilised was direct, implemented below the competitive threshold, demonstrating an expedited approach to fulfil necessary requirements without inviting competition.

This tender presents a notable opportunity for service providers, particularly those specialising in subscription and information services, to engage with central government entities such as UKRI. Businesses well-suited for this venture include those capable of delivering comprehensive digital platforms, specifically aimed at research funding solutions. It is particularly advantageous for larger companies given that the winning supplier, Research Research Ltd, is categorised as a large entity. Engaging in such contracts can facilitate substantial growth by establishing long-term relationships with governmental buying organisations and expanding service delivery capabilities in the public sector.

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Notice Title

UKRI-5097 Research Professional Subscription 2025/26

Notice Description

Research Professional - an online platform that provides access to a comprehensive database of research funding opportunities and news. Actual contract Start Date: 07/07/2025 End Date: 07/06/2026

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-059dc7
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/057950-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security


CPV Codes

79980000 - Subscription services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£48,863 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Sep 20255 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
17 Sep 20255 months ago
Contract Period
18 Sep 2025 - 7 Jun 2026 6-12 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
corporateprocurement@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

RESEARCH RESEARCH

Further Information

Notice Documents

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