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CSP26252-Spare parts for u/g chiller unit

UK RESEARCH AND INNOVATION

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02 Mar 2026 at 13:28

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Summary of the contracting process

UK Research and Innovation has conducted a procurement process titled "CSP26252-Spare parts for u/g chiller unit," within the category of Laboratory, Optical and Precision Equipments, based in Swindon, United Kingdom. This procurement process was concluded directly without competition due to technical reasons, necessitating specific supplier capabilities. The contracting stage is complete, with the award issued to Aircon Refrigeration Ltd T/A Aircon Group. The procurement method was described as “below threshold - without competition.” The contract period commenced on 24th February 2026 and is set to end on 24th May 2026, with a total contract value of £15,363.90 excluding VAT (£18,436.76 including VAT). The procurement involves the supply of goods, specifically spare parts for chillers, and was initiated by UK Shared Business Services Ltd, acting as the procuring entity.

This contract presents particular business growth opportunities for companies specialising in the manufacturing or supply of refrigeration components, as well as those with technical expertise in chiller unit systems. Although this specific procurement did not go through a competitive tendering process, it underscores the importance of niche technical capabilities, making it appealing for businesses with relevant technology or specialised product offerings. Potential suppliers who wish to engage in similar direct procurement opportunities could establish themselves as preferred contractors by emphasising their technical proficiency and reliability in delivering specialised components or systems.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

CSP26252-Spare parts for u/g chiller unit

Notice Description

****THIS IS A CONTRACT DETAILS NOTICE, NOT A CALL FOR COMPETITION**** This procurement is being concluded without competition due to an absence of competition for technical reasons, only a particular supplier can supply the good, works required Brief Description of Requirement Spare parts for u/g chiller unit

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-065f9d
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/018446-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

CPV Codes

38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£15,363 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
24 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
24 Feb 2026 - 24 May 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
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
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

AIRCON REFRIGERATION LTD T/A AIRCON GROUP

Further Information

Notice Documents

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