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CSP26172 - Custom Transformers, Inductors

UK RESEARCH AND INNOVATION

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24 Feb 2026 at 12:47

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process initiated by UK Research and Innovation pertains to the requirement for custom transformers and inductors for engineering services. This award notice, following a limited competition procurement exercise, highlights the conclusion of the process as of 24 February 2026. The procurement, categorised under services in the engineering industry, took place in Swindon, United Kingdom, with UK Shared Business Services Ltd involved as the procuring entity. The tender period started on 16 February 2026 and will end on 16 March 2026, demonstrating an efficient timeline for contract activities. The procurement method employed was below the threshold, involving limited competition, ensuring an expedient award process.

As this awarded contract reflects limited competition, it may signal significant business growth opportunities for companies specialising in custom transformers and inductors, particularly SMEs. Exxelia S.A.S, the supplier from France, exemplifies the successful bidder, underscoring the potential for international firms to secure contracts within the UK framework. This situation is apt for businesses providing niche engineering services, looking to expand their presence and collaborate with central government organisations. With the contract valued at £37,267, it represents an attractive opportunity for those in the specialised engineering domain, aiming for collaborative engagements in the UK market.

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Notice Title

CSP26172 - Custom Transformers, Inductors

Notice Description

***Please note this is an award notice, not a call for competition*** UK Research and Innovation had a requirement for the Custom Transformers, Inductors, This procurement is being concluded following a limited competition procurement exercise.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-065afd
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016458-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71300000 - Engineering services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£37,267 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
13 Feb 20261 months ago
Contract Period
16 Feb 2026 - 16 Mar 2026 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UK RESEARCH AND INNOVATION
Additional Buyers

UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LTD

Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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

EXXELIA S.A.S (FRANCE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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