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UKRI 5417 COATS operations and training

UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI)

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17 Nov 2025 at 14:06

Summary of the contracting process

UK Research & Innovation (UKRI), a central government public authority based in Swindon, Wiltshire, has recently completed a procurement process for the project titled "UKRI 5417 COATS operations and training." This project involves conducting observations using the Chilbolton Optical Advanced Tracking System (COATS) from September 2025 to March 2026. The procurement falls under the services category, specifically focusing on computer-user familiarisation and training services, with operations slated for locations within the United Kingdom. The procurement used a direct method "Below threshold - without competition," and the contract was awarded to Control Loop Concepts Limited. Key dates for this process include the signing of the contract on 6th November 2025, with the contract period running from 7th November 2025 to 31st March 2026.

This contract presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in high-precision tracking technology and training services. Companies who have the capacity to deliver detailed training programmes and services involving advanced optical systems would benefit greatly from participating in similar tenders in the future. This specific opportunity, secured by Control Loop Concepts Limited, which is classified as a large enterprise, highlights the potential for growth for organisations looking to expand their client base and expertise within the public sector. Engaging in public procurement processes like this can help businesses enhance their reputation and gain further visibility within the market.

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Notice Title

UKRI 5417 COATS operations and training

Notice Description

to conduct observations with the COATS (Chilbolton Optical Advanced Tracking System) optical tracking system between September 2025 and March 2026

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05e284
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/074415-2025
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

80 - Education and training services


CPV Codes

80533000 - Computer-user familiarisation and training services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£30,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
6 Nov 20253 months ago
Contract Period
7 Nov 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 1-6 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
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

CONTROL LOOP CONCEPTS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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