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UKRI-5758 Knowledge Asset Identification and Evaluation

UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI)

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09 Apr 2026 at 12:50

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process summarised involves UK Research & Innovation (UKRI), a central government public authority based in Swindon, Wiltshire, United Kingdom. The contract, titled "UKRI-5758 Knowledge Asset Identification and Evaluation," falls under the industry category of evaluation consultancy services. The procurement method used was limited, specifically for below-threshold procurement with limited competition, and the process has reached the award stage with the finalisation of the contract. The contract commenced on 5 February 2026 and is set to conclude on 31 May 2026, with the total contract value being £30,000, although the net amount is £25,000. The key contract details were published on 9 April 2026.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in consultancy services, particularly those with a focus on evaluation and knowledge asset management. The successful supplier, Puntios Ltd, is indicative of the type of business with the expertise required to deliver such services. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the consultancy sector located within the UK may find similar opportunities if they possess the capability to navigate the complexities of central government contracts and align with the strategic needs of knowledge asset evaluation. This contract exemplifies the capacity for growth by engaging with government procurement opportunities and showcases the potential for expanding business portfolios within public sector frameworks.

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Notice Title

UKRI-5758 Knowledge Asset Identification and Evaluation

Notice Description

UKRI have procured this contract to undertake an identification and evaluation of knowledge assets.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-067f0a
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/032415-2026
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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

79419000 - Evaluation 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
9 Apr 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
4 Feb 20262 months ago
Contract Period
5 Feb 2026 - 31 May 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

PUNTIOS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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