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UKRI-5731 Laboratory Shaft Design, Cost, Geotechnical Analysis and Construction Plan

UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI)

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02 Feb 2026 at 12:40

UK6 - Contract Award Notice
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02 Feb 2026 at 12:33

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Summary of the contracting process

UK Research & Innovation (UKRI), a central government public authority located in Swindon, Wiltshire, has procured a contract titled "Laboratory Shaft Design, Cost, Geotechnical Analysis and Construction Plan" under a direct award method. This procurement, which is part of the construction industry category, pertains to the Stage 1 Laboratory Shaft at Boulby Mine. The project includes tasks such as conceptual design, cost estimation, and geotechnical analysis. The procurement process has reached the award stage, with Amalgamated Construction Ltd appointed as the supplier. Awarding took place on 30 January 2026, and the contract period is scheduled from 16 February to 30 April 2026. There is a standstill period lasting until 11 February 2026, which aligns with regulatory requirements under the Mines Regulations 2014.

This tender represents significant opportunities for companies involved in engineering studies and construction, particularly those able to handle specialised projects involving geotechnical works. The direct award was due to technical reasons, as Amalgamated Construction Ltd, located in Leeds, is the sole contractor authorised by the mine's operators, ICL, for such projects. Businesses specialising in complex construction planning and those capable of meeting regulatory and safety standards in similar high-stakes environments could find growth opportunities by positioning themselves as capable partners in equivalent projects. The involvement of a central government entity as the buyer also suggests potential for future engagements under similar regulatory frameworks.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

UKRI-5731 Laboratory Shaft Design, Cost, Geotechnical Analysis and Construction Plan

Notice Description

This procurement covers the conceptual design, geotechnical analysis, cost estimation and construction planning for the Stage 1 Laboratory Shaft at Boulby Mine.

Procurement Information

AMCO are the sole contractor authorised by ICL, the operators of Boulby Mine, to undertake excavation, construction and geotechnical works in the mine. ICL maintains strict control over all underground works due to regulatory obligations under the Mines Regulations 2014, safety risks, and operational continuity requirements.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-061426
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/008927-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

71335000 - Engineering studies

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£151,082 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Feb 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Jan 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
16 Feb 2026 - 30 Apr 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

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

AMALGAMATED CONSTRUCTION

Further Information

Notice Documents

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