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BAS - Batteries and chargers to power ECG160-12 forklift

UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI)

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27 Feb 2026 at 13:55

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by UK Research & Innovation (UKRI), based in Swindon, Wiltshire, involves the supply of batteries and chargers to power ECG160-12 forklifts for The British Antarctic Survey. The procurement method was limited, with below-threshold competition, and falls under the goods category, specifically battery packs as defined by CPV classification 31422000. The tender, awarded to Kalmar Ltd, commenced on 26th February 2026 and concludes on 30th March 2026. UKRI functions as a public authority within central government, and the contract status is marked as complete. The legal basis is governed by UKPGA 2023, section 54.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses involved in the manufacture and supply of industrial batteries and chargers, particularly those addressing specialised forklift applications. Large-scale suppliers, such as Kalmar Ltd, are ideal contenders due to their capacity to handle specific technical requirements and logistics associated with deliveries to The British Antarctic Survey. Business entities focusing on innovation in battery technology and sustainable energy solutions for industrial use can leverage such contracts to expand their offerings and establish partnerships within the public sector. The opportunity to supply goods under limited competition conditions enables firms with niche capabilities to gain access to government contracts without extensive competitive pressures.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

BAS - Batteries and chargers to power ECG160-12 forklift

Notice Description

UKRI has appointed a supplier for the supply of Batteries and chargers to power ECG160-12 forklift to The British Antarctic Survey.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-065e5e
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/017946-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

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

31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting

CPV Codes

31422000 - Battery packs

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£73,500 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
25 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
26 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 & 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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