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UKRI-5288 Display Unit for the NSTF Cranes

UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI)

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18 Nov 2025 at 08:28

Summary of the contracting process

UK Research & Innovation (UKRI) has completed a procurement process for the "UKRI-5288 Display Unit for the NSTF Cranes," falling under the goods category and concerning parts of lifting and handling equipment. Based in Swindon, Wiltshire, UKRI is a central government public authority tasked with enhancing scientific and technological research. The contract, valued at £26,535 (net), was awarded to Hoist UK Ltd, an SME located in Moreton, UK. The procurement process utilised a direct method and was conducted below the threshold without competition, signifying a streamlined procurement. This award stage culminated with the contract active from 8th October to 30th November 2025, targeting the National Satellite Test Facility's cranes in the UKJ14 region.

This procurement offers significant business growth opportunities, particularly for SMEs specialising in specialised equipment manufacturing and supply. Businesses involved in producing and supplying lifting equipment components could find similar tenders attractive, particularly those seeking to engage with central government bodies such as UKRI. With the UK government prioritising efficient and targeted procurement processes, companies with expertise in direct procurement and niche industrial products stand to benefit from upcoming contract opportunities in similar categories. These contracts also enable businesses to establish valuable connections with public authorities, improving visibility and market positioning.

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Notice Title

UKRI-5288 Display Unit for the NSTF Cranes

Notice Description

This contract is for the procurement of displays units fitted to the cranes within the National Satellite Test Facility. This will display the live weight load being lifted by each crane used within the NSTF Facility.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05e2df
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/074580-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

42 - Industrial machinery


CPV Codes

42419000 - Parts of lifting and handling equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£26,535 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
6 Oct 20254 months ago
Contract Period
7 Oct 2025 - 30 Nov 2025 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
STFC Procurement
Contact Email
stfcprocurement@ukri.org
Contact Phone
+44 1793 442000

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

HOIST

Further Information

Notice Documents

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