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UKRI-5716 Scaffolding for removal of existing stone balustrade and replacement

UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI)

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ContractAmendment

31 Mar 2026 at 12:43

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05 Feb 2026 at 15:33

Summary of the contracting process

UK Research & Innovation (UKRI), a central government public authority, has engaged in a procurement process titled "UKRI-5716 Scaffolding for removal of existing stone balustrade and replacement". This procurement belongs to the works category, specifically scaffolding, and takes place in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. Initially initiated as a tender, this process involves a contract amendment as of 31st March 2026. The initial award was made on 5th February 2026, with the contract active till 31st March 2026. The procurement was conducted using a direct method below the threshold and did not involve competition, targeting the contractor Navigate Scaffolding Ltd. The total contract value gross is £97,509.60.

This tender provides business opportunities chiefly for companies specialised in scaffolding and construction services, such as small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). With specific focus on the removal and replacement of stone balustrades, businesses that deliver expertise in heritage or conservation projects would find this particularly advantageous. The contract awarded to Navigate Scaffolding Ltd underlines the potential for growth by catering to niche requirements in central government projects without extensive competition. This avenue not only allows such businesses to expand their portfolios but also enhances their credibility by associating with a high-profile governmental body.

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Notice Title

UKRI-5716 Scaffolding for removal of existing stone balustrade and replacement

Notice Description

Edinburgh 1894 Building -Scaffolding for the removal of existing stone balustrade and replacement

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-064937
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029676-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK10 - Contract Change Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45262100 - Scaffolding work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£81,258 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
31 Mar 20263 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
4 Feb 20262 months ago
Contract Period
26 Mar 2026 - 31 May 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
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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

NAVIGATE SCAFFOLDING

Further Information

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