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CSP26412

UK RESEARCH AND INNOVATION

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07 Apr 2026 at 07:34

Summary of the contracting process

UK Research and Innovation has concluded a direct procurement process for the supply, installation, and commissioning of a ducted walk-in fume cabinet. This procurement does not involve a competitive tender due to the lack of reasonable alternatives for the required goods. The contract, awarded to Safelab Systems Limited, was executed on 1st April 2026 and is expected to complete by 5th June 2026. The procurement, valued at £10,705 excluding VAT, falls under the 'goods' category and is associated with the delivery location in the UK. The decision-making and administrative support roles were fulfilled by UK Shared Business Services Ltd, based in Swindon.

This procurement presents a significant business growth opportunity, particularly for small and medium enterprises specializing in the manufacture and installation of scientific equipment such as fume cupboards. While the procurement was concluded without competition, understanding the needs and standards required by government bodies like UK Research and Innovation can prepare businesses for future opportunities. Companies with expertise in supplying laboratory equipment or those considering expansion into public sector contracts might find similar tenders rewarding avenues for development. Engaging with such processes can increase visibility and credibility within the public sector marketplace.

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Notice Title

CSP26412

Notice Description

***** THIS IS A CONTRACT DETAILS NOTICE, NOT A CALL FOR COMPETITION *****This procurement is being concluded without competition - there are no reasonable alternatives to those goods, services or works. UKRI had a provision for the supply and install and commission of a Ducted walk-in fume cabinet

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-067c87
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031237-2026
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

39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products


CPV Codes

39141500 - Fume cupboards

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£10,705 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Apr 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
31 Mar 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 5 Jun 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 AND INNOVATION
Additional Buyers

UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LTD

Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

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

SAFELAB SYSTEMS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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