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UKRI-5658 3D modelling and analysis of 25m Antenna

UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI)

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27 Jan 2026 at 11:28

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by UK Research & Innovation (UKRI), located at Polaris House, Swindon, Wiltshire, centred on the project titled "UKRI-5658 3D modelling and analysis of 25m Antenna." This project falls under the services industry category, specifically focusing on design-modelling services (CPV code 72242000). The procurement method used was direct and identified as below threshold without competition, indicating a streamlined procurement approach. The award took place on 27th January 2026, with the contract period spanning from 19th January 2026 to 27th March 2026. The project has been completed and involved activities within the United Kingdom.

This tender presents substantial growth opportunities in the field of 3D modelling and analysis for businesses specialised in design-modelling services. IMES International Ltd, based in Plymouth, was awarded the contract, suggesting that small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in similar niches or with relevant expertise could benefit from participating in future similar opportunities. Businesses that can provide detailed analysis and innovative solutions for complex engineering projects are likely to find contracts such as this beneficial for expanding their portfolios and enhancing their industry reputation.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

UKRI-5658 3D modelling and analysis of 25m Antenna

Notice Description

3D Modelling and Analysis of Collector Dish Supporting Structure

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-060f76
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/007010-2026
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

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

CPV Codes

72242000 - Design-modelling services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£58,997 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Jan 20263 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
16 Jan 20261 months ago
Contract Period
19 Jan 2026 - 27 Mar 2026 1-6 months
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

IMES INTERNATIONAL

Further Information

Notice Documents

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