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UKRI-5757

UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI)

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05 Feb 2026 at 11:35

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process for the contract "UKRI-5757 Edinburgh 1894 Building - Digital Infrastructure Enabling works" was initiated by UK Research & Innovation (UKRI), a central government public authority. Located in Swindon, Wiltshire, the buying organisation undertook the procurement process to enable digital infrastructure improvements at the ATC - Edinburgh location, under the industry category of "works" with a specific focus on "Excavating and earthmoving work." The procurement method used was "limited," signifying a below-threshold limited competition process. The contract was completed, with key dates including a start on 9th February 2026 and a conclusion on 31st March 2026.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses in the construction and utilities sectors, particularly those specialising in fibre installation and earthworks. Johnston Property Maintenance Ltd, an SME based in Stirling, secured the contract, highlighting the potential for small and medium-sized enterprises to compete effectively in government tenders that require specific technical skills and capabilities. The contract's focus on digital infrastructure improvements aligns well with businesses looking to expand their portfolio in technological and digital transformation projects.

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Notice Title

UKRI-5757

Notice Description

Fiber installation enabling works at ATC - Edinburgh 1894 Building Carry out excavations to facilitate installation of fiber cabling. Install ducting. Install fiber cabling into ducting. Install containment and carry out cable termination works. Backfill and fully reinstate all excavations on completion of works. Carry out testing and certification of installation.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0648b3
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/010379-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - limited competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45112000 - Excavating and earthmoving work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£45,950 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
5 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
9 Feb 2026 - 31 Mar 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI)
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
stfcprocurement@ukri.org
Contact Phone
+441793442000

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

JOHNSTON PROPERTY MAINTENANCE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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