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UKRI-5665 Options analysis and threat assessment of security and access models

UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI)

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27 Jan 2026 at 11:08

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the contract titled "UKRI-5665 Options analysis and threat assessment of security and access models" was conducted by UK Research & Innovation (UKRI), a central government public authority based in Swindon, Wiltshire. The contract involves providing services related to the National Quantum Computing Centre, specifically focusing on the options analysis and threat assessment of security and access models. The procurement method used was direct, below the threshold, without competition, highlighting the specialised nature of the services required. The contract commenced on 1st February 2026 and concluded by 1st March 2026, with a contract value of £97,300, grossing £116,760 in total. The main location for the procurement is the United Kingdom, and it falls under the services category, with cybercafé services as part of its scope.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in quantum computing, cybersecurity, and related research domains. The direct procurement method, coupled with the requirement for expertise in security systems and access model governance, suggests that businesses with specialised capabilities in these areas would be well-suited to compete. As UKRI is a leading research organisation, collaboration can enhance a company's credentials and potentially open doors to future opportunities in this cutting-edge industry. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that focus on innovative technological solutions and niche service offerings in the realm of quantum computing would find this tender aligns well with their growth strategies, particularly those that can meet the bespoke needs of high-level research frameworks and security assurances.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

UKRI-5665 Options analysis and threat assessment of security and access models

Notice Description

National Quantum Computing Centre - Options analysis and threat assessment of security and access models, and governance arrangements for Quantum Computing Testbeds research infrastructure. Given the nature of the work and the security systems involved, this supplier is the only one capable of carrying out the work.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-060f70
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/006999-2026
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

92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

CPV Codes

92700000 - Cybercafé services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£97,300 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Jan 20263 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
26 Jan 20264 weeks ago
Contract Period
1 Feb 2026 - 1 Mar 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 & INNOVATION (UKRI)
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
stfcprocurement@ukri.org
Contact Phone
Not specified

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

JISC

Further Information

Notice Documents

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