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STA 1521 - Michael J Watts - Specialist technical and development services

TRINITY HOUSE

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27 Mar 2026 at 09:49

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process titled "STA 1521 - Michael J Watts - Specialist technical and development services" was conducted by Trinity House, a central government public authority located in London, United Kingdom. This procurement process, completed as of 27th March 2026, focused on services within the research and development industry category, specifically catering to the GLA Research and Development Directorate. The procurement method used was direct, below threshold, and executed without competition. The contract began on 21st February 2026 and concluded on 31st March 2026, with the final contract valued at GBP 30,000 gross.

This tender creates a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in research and development consultancy services. It is particularly suitable for SMEs offering specialist technical and development services aimed at enhancing research outputs and technological advancements. With Trinity House as the contracting authority, the contract awarded to Michael J Watts demonstrates that direct procurement methods can favour established, reliable suppliers with niche expertise. Business users with similar qualifications can leverage this opportunity to establish or fortify relationships with governmental agencies seeking high-calibre, specialised services.

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Notice Title

STA 1521 - Michael J Watts - Specialist technical and development services

Notice Description

Specialist technical and development services to the GLA Research and Development (GRAD) Directorate

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-067602
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028304-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£25,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Feb 20261 months ago
Contract Period
21 Feb 2026 - 31 Mar 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
TRINITY HOUSE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
EC3N 4DH
Post Town
Central London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
City of London
Electoral Ward
Tower
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

MICHAEL J WATTS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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