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DDaT25466 - Log Analysis Appliance

UK RESEARCH AND INNOVATION

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31 Oct 2025 at 13:50

Summary of the contracting process

UK Research and Innovation has successfully concluded a procurement process for the acquisition of a Log Analysis Appliance, with the contract being formally awarded on 1st November 2025. The procurement was managed by UK Shared Business Services Ltd and conducted through a limited competition below threshold, focusing on the goods category specifically for analysis apparatus under the CPV code 38432000. The supplier, Guardian Internet Support Services (UK) Ltd, is a small-medium enterprise based in Leighton Buzzard, UK, providing an industry solution to support log analysis. The project is slated to run until 1st November 2026, marking a full year period for contractual engagements.

This procurement offers significant opportunities for SMEs, particularly those specialising in digital solutions and IT services, to explore engagements with central government bodies like UK Research and Innovation. By aligning their core competencies with governmental needs, businesses can leverage such opportunities to support digital infrastructure and expand their client base within the public sector. Engaging in similar limited competition exercises can serve as a strategic move for growth, especially for companies keen on showcasing their niche technology offerings. The procurement method suggests a streamlined process ideal for businesses positioned to deliver specialised goods efficiently at competitive pricing.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

DDaT25466 - Log Analysis Appliance

Notice Description

***** THIS IS A CONTRACT DETAILS NOTICE, NOT A CALL FOR COMPETITION ***** This procurement is being concluded following a limited competition procurement exercise. UK Research and Innovation had a requirement for a Log Analysis Appliance.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05d80f
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/070109-2025
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

38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)


CPV Codes

38432000 - Analysis apparatus

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£19,911 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
31 Oct 20251 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 Oct 20252 weeks ago
Contract Period
1 Nov 2025 - 1 Nov 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
Additional Buyers

UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LTD

Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
commercial@ukri.org, ddatprocurement@uksbs.co.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
SWINDON
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

GUARDIAN INTERNET SUPPORT SERVICES (UK

Further Information

Notice Documents

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