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CSP25424 - The DAFNI programme

UK Research and Innovation

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14 Oct 2025 at 11:47

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) for the DAFNI programme has reached the award stage, with The Answer Ltd selected as the supplier. This contract, valued at approximately £36,240 (excluding VAT), is for research services aimed at supporting a community programme. The procurement was conducted through a limited competition method based on price, as it fell below the threshold for a more open procedure. The contract is active from 20th October 2025 until 20th October 2026. Located in Swindon, the buying organisation operates under the public authority central government, ensuring compliance with established legal frameworks, specifically referenced by UKPGA 2023/54. The DAFNI programme serves as a crucial initiative for enhancing research capabilities across the United Kingdom.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses with expertise in research services to engage with UKRI projects. Firms specialising in technology and infrastructure development, particularly those that can contribute to community programmes and research initiatives, stand to benefit. Given the procurement's focus on the UK market, local businesses with a solid track record in delivering high-quality, cost-effective services are well-situated to collaborate with UKRI. Additionally, the involvement of UK Shared Business Services Ltd as the procuring entity provides a structured and professional procurement process, ensuring that selected suppliers benefit from clear communication and support. Engaging in such contracts not only provides immediate business growth potential but also establishes long-term relationships with key public sector entities.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

CSP25424 - The DAFNI programme

Notice Description

***** THIS IS A CONTRACT DETAILS NOTICE, NOT A CALL FOR COMPETITION UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) had a requirement for a community program. This procurement is being concluded with a competition. the chosen supplier was based on price.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05cc22
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/065114-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

73110000 - Research services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£36,240 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Oct 202510 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Oct 202511 months ago
Contract Period
20 Oct 2025 - 20 Oct 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 and Innovation
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SWINDON
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
Not specified
Local Authority
Swindon
Electoral Ward
Rodbourne Cheney
Westminster Constituency
Swindon North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

The Answer Ltd

Further Information

Notice Documents

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