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CSP26363 - Transportation of shipping assembly frames

UK RESEARCH AND INNOVATION

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20 Mar 2026 at 14:07

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process entails the transportation of shipping assembly frames, managed by UK Research and Innovation, a public authority within the central government. Situated in Swindon, United Kingdom, this procurement falls under the services industry category, specifically involving transport equipment and shipping operations. The procurement method employed is a limited competition, aligning with procedures below the threshold, and the process reached the award and contract stage on 20th March 2026. The contract, valued at £43,711.25, commenced on 30th March 2026 and concluded on 31st March 2026, reflecting a swift execution period. The supplier awarded the contract is Jack Lewin Associates Inc, a large-scale provider based in the United States.

This contract presents lucrative opportunities for businesses within the transport and logistics sector, particularly those specialising in shipping operations and transportation equipment. Enterprises with capabilities in handling international collaboration between the UK and overseas suppliers can greatly benefit from such engagements. Smaller-sized transport companies that can offer competitive services for similar projects may find future opportunities with UK Research and Innovation or similar government departments appealing, as limited competition procurement favours agile and efficient providers. This tender also signifies potential for cross-border business growth and networking with distinguished entities like UK Shared Business Services, that facilitate such procurement activities across borders.

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Notice Title

CSP26363 - Transportation of shipping assembly frames

Notice Description

***** THIS IS A CONTRACT DETAILS NOTICE, NOT A CALL FOR COMPETITION ***** This procurement is being concluded following a limited competition procurement exercise. UK Research & Innovation (UKRI) require transportation of shipping assembly frames.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-067070
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025816-2026
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

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

60 - Transport services (excl. Waste transport)


CPV Codes

33952000 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

60640000 - Shipping operations

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£43,711 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Mar 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
19 Mar 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
29 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2026 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

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

JACK LEWIN ASSOCIATES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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