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PS26017 - MRC Building 383 - Windows and Doors Project

UK RESEARCH AND INNOVATION

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27 Jan 2026 at 10:42

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, as managed by UK Research and Innovation, concerns the "PS26017 - MRC Building 383 - Windows and Doors Project" and falls under the architectural services industry category. This contract focuses on the location within the United Kingdom and has reached the award stage, with key activities completed by the end date of 28 January 2026. Notably, this procurement was conducted via a direct method, below threshold and without competition, due to the specific nature of the requirements that only a particular supplier could fulfill. The procurement activity involves providing professional architectural advice and services to ensure the project aligns with the design works previously carried out.

Businesses in the architectural services sector, particularly those capable of offering specialised technical services, can view similar opportunities as beneficial for growth. The project was awarded to Architon LLP, indicating a preference for small to medium enterprises adept at offering niche and high-quality services. Organisations with a strong portfolio in architectural innovation and those capable of delivering projects to detailed specifications are well-suited to compete in such tenders. Moreover, successful involvement in such central government contracts can enhance a firm's reputation and offer a gateway to further opportunities in the public sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

PS26017 - MRC Building 383 - Windows and Doors Project

Notice Description

***** THIS IS A CONTRACT DETAILS NOTICE, NOT A CALL FOR COMPETITION ***** This procurement is being concluded without competition due to an absence of competition for technical reasons, only a particular supplier can supply the goods, services or works required. Brief Description of Requirement This is to provide professional Architectural advice and services to ensure tendered works are in line with design works carried out by this Architectural Supplier for the - Windows and Doors replacement project

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-060f61
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/006976-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

71200000 - Architectural and related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£22,627 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Jan 20263 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Jan 20261 months ago
Contract Period
26 Jan 2026 - 28 Jan 2026 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Buyer & Supplier

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, professionalservices@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

ARCHITON

Further Information

Notice Documents

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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