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UKRI-5520 PRISM Project Management Software

UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI)

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09 Dec 2025 at 09:27

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process undertaken by UK Research & Innovation (UKRI) involved the acquisition of PRISM Project Management Software, which falls under the software package and information systems category, designated by CPV 48000000. The tender was initiated to enhance existing software for UKRI, specifically RAL Space and UKATC, to meet growing requirements. The process was executed using a direct procurement method, classified as below threshold without competition. The procurement is now in its award stage, with the contract period starting on 5th December 2025 and concluding on 13th March 2026. The buying organisation is headquartered at Polaris House, Swindon, Wiltshire, in the United Kingdom (UKK14). The contract was signed on 4th December 2025.

This tender presents a growth opportunity for businesses specialising in the development and enhancement of software solutions. Particularly, small and medium-sized enterprises in the technology sector could benefit, as evidenced by the awarding of the contract to 3 Chillies Ltd, a UK-based SME. The direct procurement method sans competition may indicate potential opportunities for companies with niche expertise or a strong relationship with the public sector. Businesses in similar specialised niches aiming to engage with public authorities or within central government projects may find value in aligning their offerings with the evolving technological needs outlined in this type of procurement process.

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Notice Title

UKRI-5520 PRISM Project Management Software

Notice Description

UKRI STFC RAL Space and UKATC has a need for development of existing software to improve and meet expanding requirements.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05f165
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/080898-2025
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

48 - Software package and information systems


CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£27,376 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Dec 20252 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
4 Dec 20252 months ago
Contract Period
5 Dec 2025 - 13 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
+441793442000

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

3 CHILLIES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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