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Award

24 Jun 2026 at 12:45

Tender

30 Jan 2026 at 14:00

Summary of the contracting process

UK Research & Innovation (UKRI), a central government public authority located in Swindon, Wiltshire, has awarded a contract for Electrical Maintenance Services at the STFC Daresbury Laboratory. The contract, valued at £648,000, is aimed at ensuring high-standard maintenance of electrical systems across the STFC Estates to support operational resilience and safety of scientific facilities. This procurement process was conducted using the open procedure method and involved a competitive tendering stage, initiated on 30th January 2026, with the contract award finalized on 24th June 2026. The contract period commences on 8th July 2026 and is scheduled to end on 7th July 2028, with potential extensions up to 2030. The awarded supplier is KDE Limited, which will deliver services in the UKD61 region, comprising planned and reactive maintenance activities, crucial for complying with regulatory requirements and maintaining the uninterrupted functioning of scientific operations.

This award presents significant opportunities for businesses specializing in electrical maintenance services, particularly those capable of operating in complex, safety-critical environments such as laboratories. SMEs, which accounted for five out of the six final stage bids, have demonstrated their capacity to engage in high-stakes scientific support services. Businesses with expertise in planned preventative maintenance, reactive repairs, and remedial works can leverage this opportunity for growth by showcasing technical capabilities and efficiency. Moreover, firms familiar with navigating restricted access sites and adhering to stringent safety protocols will find this contract favourable, as it not only demands technical proficiency but also offers the chance to contribute to the scientific community’s infrastructural needs.

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Notice Title

UKRI-5697 Electrical Maintenance Services at STFC Daresbury Laboratory

Notice Description

UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) has a requirement to establish a contract with a single Contractor to provide comprehensive Electrical Maintenance Services across the STFC Estates. The purpose of this procurement is to ensure that all electrical systems and equipment are maintained to the highest standards, supporting the operational resilience and safety of the facilities. The contract will cover the full spectrum of electrical maintenance activities, including Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM), reactive repairs, and remedial works, ensuring both compliance with regulatory requirements and the uninterrupted functioning of critical scientific operations. The successful Service Provider must demonstrate proven technical expertise across a wide variety of electrical systems and brands, supported by the capability to deliver services efficiently and safely within complex and safety-critical environments. This includes the ability to plan and execute maintenance tasks with minimal disruption to the operational laboratories and other facilities, where access may be restricted and strict safety protocols are in place.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: The Contract duration shall be for a period of 2 years with optional extensions of 2 years (2+1+1) from commencement of the Contract.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-061311
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/059435-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

50710000 - Repair and maintenance services of electrical and mechanical building installations

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£648,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£648,000 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
£648,000 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Jun 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
6 Mar 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Jun 20261 months ago
Contract Period
7 Jul 2026 - 7 Jul 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Pending
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI)
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

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
TLD61 Warrington

Local Authority
Swindon
Electoral Ward
Rodbourne Cheney
Westminster Constituency
Swindon North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

KDE

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