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DDaT25578 - Network System IP Transmitters

UK RESEARCH AND INNOVATION

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20 Jan 2026 at 16:43

Summary of the contracting process

UK Research and Innovation, headquartered in Swindon, conducted a procurement process titled "DDaT25578 - Network System IP Transmitters," which has concluded with the award stage completed on 20th January 2026. This procurement fell under the "goods" industry category, specifically focusing on network equipment and routers. The process was carried out through a limited competition, below the threshold, and aimed at acquiring IP transmitters for network systems. The contract, with a gross value of £34,684.21, commenced on 19th December 2025 and will conclude on 31st May 2026. The procuring entity was UK Shared Business Services Ltd, also based in Swindon.

This tender offers business growth opportunities for companies specialising in the production and supply of network equipment, particularly those with experience in IP transmitter technology. It is suited for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that provide specialised goods and are capable of participating in limited competition bids. Winning such contracts can enhance the market visibility and credibility of businesses like Videk Limited, the supplier awarded this contract, ultimately fostering further growth and opportunities in the public sector. Companies in similar fields looking to expand their portfolio in government contracts should consider engaging in such procurement processes.

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Notice Title

DDaT25578 - Network System IP Transmitters

Notice Description

***** THIS IS A CONTRACT DETAILS NOTICE, NOT A CALL FOR COMPETITION ***** This procurement is being concluded following a limited competition procurement exercise. Brief Description of Requirement - Purchase of IP Transmitters for Network Systems

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-060a68
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/005021-2026
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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment


CPV Codes

32413100 - Network routers

32420000 - Network equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£28,903 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 Dec 20252 months ago
Contract Period
19 Dec 2025 - 31 May 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 AND INNOVATION
Additional Buyers

UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LTD

Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
commercial@ukri.org, ddatprocurement@uksbs.co.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
SWINDON
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

VIDEK

Further Information

Notice Documents

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