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CSP26255 - Machine Welder

UK RESEARCH AND INNOVATION

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05 Mar 2026 at 07:33

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Summary of the contracting process

UK Research and Innovation, a central government public authority based in Swindon, has concluded a procurement process for the supply of a Machine Welder, titled "CSP26255 - Machine Welder." The procurement falls under the industry category of welding accessories and follows a limited competition method, as noted in the contract details notice. The award process has been completed with the status set as active, and the contract runs from 3rd March 2026 to the 30th October 2026. The procurement deal reached a gross value of £33,678, providing a significant investment opportunity in the UK welding sector.

This contract presents business growth opportunities for companies specialising in welding equipment and accessories, particularly those capable of supplying under limited competition terms. With UK Shared Business Services Ltd acting as the procuring entity, businesses are encouraged to pursue similar opportunities with public authorities, leveraging expertise in quality machine welding products. Large-scale suppliers like Westermans International Ltd, who are awarded this contract, exemplify the potential for success amongst established entities in the UK's vibrant manufacturing landscape. This contract underscores the importance for well-established businesses to engage in government contracts to expand their presence and deepen industry ties within the public sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

CSP26255 - Machine Welder

Notice Description

***** THIS IS A CONTRACT DETAILS NOTICE, NOT A CALL FOR COMPETITION ***** This procurement is being concluded following a limited competition procurement exercise. Contract details notice for the supply of Machine welder to UKRI

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-066299
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019722-2026
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

44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

CPV Codes

44315100 - Welding accessories

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£28,065 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
2 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
3 Mar 2026 - 30 Oct 2026 6-12 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
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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

WESTERMANS INTERNATIONAL

Further Information

Notice Documents

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