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UKRI-5338 Storage unit rental at Self storage Co Milton

UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI)

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31 Oct 2025 at 16:29

Summary of the contracting process

UK Research & Innovation (UKRI), a central government public authority based in Swindon, Wiltshire, has completed a procurement process titled "UKRI-5338 Storage unit rental at Self storage Co Milton." The procurement, classified under the goods category and relating to storage units, was conducted through a limited procurement method, specified as below threshold with limited competition. This contract was awarded to The Self Storage Company (Didcot) Ltd, a small to medium-sized enterprise located in Didcot. The contract, with an active status, was signed on 21st October 2025 and covers the period from 3rd November 2025 to 3rd November 2028. The total contract value is £76,032 gross.

This tender offers business growth opportunities for companies in the storage solutions industry, particularly those specialising in or capable of providing storage units. SMEs looking to expand their portfolio by servicing government contracts would find such opportunities beneficial, enhancing their visibility and credibility within the public sector. Engaging in this type of contract can be particularly advantageous for businesses that can offer competitive rates and high-quality storage solutions, positioning them as preferred suppliers for future government procurement needs.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

UKRI-5338 Storage unit rental at Self storage Co Milton

Notice Description

UK Research and Innovation had a requirement for a storage unit rental.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05d86b
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/070237-2025
Current Stage
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All Stages
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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

39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products


CPV Codes

39173000 - Storage units

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£63,360 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
31 Oct 20256 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Oct 20252 weeks ago
Contract Period
3 Nov 2025 - 3 Nov 2028 3-4 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
STFC Procurement
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
1
Supplier Name

THE SELF STORAGE COMPANY (DIDCOT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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