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UKRI-5547 Eaton Racks power Distribution Units

UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI)

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09 Jan 2026 at 12:43

Summary of the contracting process

This public procurement process, led by UK Research & Innovation (UKRI), is for the acquisition of Eaton racks power distribution units by the Science & Technology Facilities Council (STFC). The contract, identified as UKRI-5547, falls under the electricity distribution and control apparatus industry category. It is located in the United Kingdom, specifically targeting the UKJ14 region for delivery. The procurement method used was limited, below the threshold with limited competition. The contracting process reached the award and contract phase on 16th December 2025 with a total gross value of £90,032.34. The contract status is active, with a completion period from 17th December 2025 to 31st December 2025.

This procurement presents opportunities for businesses specialising in electrical distribution and control equipment, especially those experienced in supplying to public authorities like UK's central government entities. Large businesses such as suppliers with established supply chains for power distribution apparatus are well-suited to compete in tenders of this nature. Participating in such contracts can enhance a supplier's portfolio by showcasing their ability to deliver on public sector contracts, thereby increasing their market competitiveness and allowing them to explore further opportunities across similar industry sectors.

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Notice Title

UKRI-5547 Eaton Racks power Distribution Units

Notice Description

This contract is for the procurement of Eaton racks power distribution units for STFC.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0602bd
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/001836-2026
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
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting


CPV Codes

31200000 - Electricity distribution and control apparatus

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£75,026 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
16 Dec 20252 months ago
Contract Period
17 Dec 2025 - 31 Dec 2025 30 days
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

XMA

Further Information

Notice Documents

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