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CSP26148 - Consultancy to aid the safety case for leak testing of spacecraft pressure systems

UK RESEARCH AND INNOVATION

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09 Feb 2026 at 20:35

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the consultancy contract titled "CSP26148 - Consultancy to aid the safety case for leak testing of spacecraft pressure systems" was managed by UK Research and Innovation, a central government public authority based in Swindon, United Kingdom. The procurement was conducted under a direct method, concluded without competition, considering there were no reasonable alternatives. Constituting an award stage, the contract was signed on 4th February 2026, with its implementation period from 5th February to 30th March 2026. Related to the industry category of research and development services, this contract emphasised consultancy services, specifically targeting developments in spacecraft pressure systems.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities in the consultancy and aerospace sectors, particularly for firms specialising in research and development services. Large enterprises like Ove Arup & Partners Ltd, the awarded supplier, are best suited for similar contracts where their extensive resources and expertise can meet the specific requirements of highly technical and specialised projects. With a focus on safety testing and innovative solutions, the contract's niche scope offers potential for businesses to strengthen their position within the aerospace industry by aligning with government-led initiatives.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

CSP26148 - Consultancy to aid the safety case for leak testing of spacecraft pressure systems

Notice Description

***** THIS IS A CONTRACT DETAILS NOTICE, NOT A CALL FOR COMPETITION - This procurement is being concluded without competition as there are no reasonable alternatives to those goods, services or works. ***** UKRI had a Provision of Consultancy to aid the safety case for leak testing of spacecraft pressure systems.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-064bc2
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/011600-2026
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
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£13,975 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Feb 2026Today
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
4 Feb 20265 days ago
Contract Period
5 Feb 2026 - 30 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 AND INNOVATION
Additional Buyers

UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LTD

Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
commercial@ukri.org, coreservices@uksbs.co.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
SWINDON
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

OVE ARUP & PARTNERS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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