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UKRI-5682 16T Electric Forklift Truck

UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI)

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26 Feb 2026 at 11:05

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Summary of the contracting process

UK Research & Innovation (UKRI), a public authority within the central government, has completed the procurement process for a 16-tonne electric forklift truck. The contract, tagged under goods, was awarded to Kalmar Ltd, a large supplier located in Shrewsbury. The procurement method involved limited competition, below the threshold level. The project location is specified for Barhill, aligning with the industry category of "Forklift trucks" under CPV classification. Key dates include the contract signature on 12th February 2026, with the period spanning from 13th February to 31st March 2026. The procurement process has reached the award and contract stage, and all tenders associated with this procurement have been fully completed.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses in the manufacturing and supply of industrial vehicles and machinery, particularly those specialising in forklift trucks. It highlights a niche demand within the industrial equipment sector, serving organisations such as UKRI. Companies aiming to expand their client base within the public sector could leverage similar opportunities, especially those with capabilities in producing advanced, eco-friendly electric forklifts. The contract execution remains active, affording interested parties insights into competitive procurement strategies and potential future collaborations with government agencies.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

UKRI-5682 16T Electric Forklift Truck

Notice Description

UKRI-5682 16T Electric Forklift Truck for Barhill

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-065ccc
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/017210-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

42 - Industrial machinery

CPV Codes

42415110 - Forklift trucks

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£75,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 Feb 20261 months ago
Contract Period
13 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

Buyer & Supplier

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

KALMAR

Further Information

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