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UKRI-5828 NQCC quantum computing courses

UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI)

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17 Feb 2026 at 15:14

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Summary of the contracting process

UK Research & Innovation (UKRI) has finalised a direct procurement process for the 'UKRI-5828 NQCC quantum computing courses' project, aimed at professional development in quantum computing in collaboration with the University of Bristol. Based in Swindon, Wiltshire, UKRI operates as a central government authority. The contract, valued at £64,000, commenced on 17th February 2026 and is set to conclude on 27th February 2026. As part of the services industry category, this initiative involves delivery across the United Kingdom, specifically targeting the UKJ14 region. The procurement stage is complete, and the contract has been signed with the University of Bristol, the appointed supplier.

This tender for quantum computing courses presents a strategic opportunity for businesses focused on educational services, especially those skilled in engineering studies and professional development programmes. With a particular emphasis on quantum computing, companies in the academic sector with expertise in delivering complex educational content can leverage this contract to expand their portfolio and strengthen their position within the UK's tech and science industries. Large enterprises that can efficiently manage contractual obligations and deliver high-quality services as per UKRI's requirements will be well-positioned to compete in similar future tenders.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

UKRI-5828 NQCC quantum computing courses

Notice Description

NQCC quantum computing courses for professional development in collaboration with Bristol University

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06564a
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/014414-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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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

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
Not specified
Contracts Value
£64,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Feb 20265 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
17 Feb 20266 days ago
Contract Period
17 Feb 2026 - 27 Feb 2026 30 days
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 & 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

UNIVERSITY OF BRISTOL

Further Information

Notice Documents

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