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UKRI-5535 Fixed Fuel Pipeline for Antarctic use

UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI)

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25 Feb 2026 at 12:01

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13 Jan 2026 at 13:50

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13 Jan 2026 at 13:37

Summary of the contracting process

UK Research & Innovation (UKRI), a central government public authority based in Swindon, Wiltshire, has completed the award phase for the procurement of the UKRI-5535 Fixed Fuel Pipeline intended for Antarctic use. The project involves the supply of a Dual Containment Fuel Pipework System, specifically the Brugg Flexwell Safety Pipe FSR, under a direct procurement method due to technical grounds. This procurement process took place under the legal framework provided by the UKPGA 2023/54, and is covered by the Government Procurement Agreement (GPA). The award was announced on 25 February 2026, with the contract period beginning on 6 February 2026 and concluding on 1 March 2027, with potential extensions of up to four weeks. The project falls within the goods category and is classified under pipelines in CPV schemes.

This contract offers significant business growth opportunities, particularly for suppliers of specialised pipeline systems. Fluidpower Group Services UK Ltd, operating as Orange County from Spennymoor, has been selected as the supplier, reflecting a focus on large-scale enterprises capable of delivering advanced technical solutions tailored for extreme environmental conditions. Businesses with expertise in fuel containment and transport systems, particularly those with innovative approaches to challenging logistical environments, are well-suited to engage in similar procurement opportunities. The direct award underscores the importance of technical capability and specialisation, which are key competitive factors for businesses in this industry.

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Notice Title

UKRI-5535 Fixed Fuel Pipeline for Antarctic use

Notice Description

Supply of Dual Containment Fuel Pipework System: Brugg Flexwell Safety Pipe FSR

Procurement Information

This DA is made for technical grounds

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0604ac
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016829-2026
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
Direct award
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)


CPV Codes

44161000 - Pipelines

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£542,738 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
£542,738 £500K-£1M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Feb 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
13 Jan 20263 months ago
Contract Period
6 Feb 2026 - 1 Mar 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active, Pending
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI)
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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
2
Supplier Names

FLUIDPOWER GROUP SERVICES UK LIMITED T/A ORANGE COUNTY

FLUIDPOWER GROUP SERVICES UK LTD T/A ORANGE COUNTY

Further Information

Notice Documents

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