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UKRI-5838 Antenna Cabin Improvements

UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI)

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04 Mar 2026 at 16:18

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by UK Research & Innovation (UKRI) for the project titled "UKRI-5838 Antenna Cabin Improvements" in the industry category of facilities management services has reached the award stage. Located in Swindon, Wiltshire, UKRI sought improvements for the Chilbolton Antenna Cabin through limited competition, below the threshold. Harmony Building Ltd, a large-scale business, has been appointed as the supplier. The contract, valued at £47,710 excluding VAT, was signed on 26th February 2026, and is active from 4th March 2026 until 22nd April 2026. The procurement follows the legal basis outlined in the UKPGA 2023/54.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in facilities management services, particularly those capable of handling specific requirements for scientific research organisations like UKRI. Companies experienced in delivering intricate improvements to research facilities can leverage this contract to demonstrate their capabilities and potentially secure future collaborations with UKRI and similar entities. The contract period provides a focused timeline for efficient project execution, allowing related businesses to showcase their expertise in providing tailored infrastructural improvements.

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Notice Title

UKRI-5838 Antenna Cabin Improvements

Notice Description

UKRI STFC Estates appointed a supplier to provide Chilbolton Antenna Cabin Improvements.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-066274
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019647-2026
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
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security


CPV Codes

79993100 - Facilities management services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£47,710 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
26 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
4 Mar 2026 - 22 Apr 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

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

HARMONY BUILDING

Further Information

Notice Documents

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