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UKRI-5612 New Autosal for RRS Sir David Attenborough

UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI)

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09 Apr 2026 at 13:48

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Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process for the project titled "UKRI-5612 New Autosal for RRS Sir David Attenborough" was conducted by UK Research & Innovation (UKRI), a central government public authority based in Swindon, Wiltshire. This contract, primarily within the marine equipment industry, involved the supply of a new Autosal unit to the RRS Sir David Attenborough vessel. The contract, valued at £48,900 excluding VAT, was awarded through a direct procurement method, classified as "Below threshold - without competition". The award and contract were completed, with the contract active as of 12th January 2026, and the performance period running from 13th January to 28th February 2026.

This procurement presents opportunities primarily for businesses specialising in marine equipment supply, such as SMEs in that sector. The direct procurement approach indicates potential for suppliers with established relationships with public sector entities to participate in similar opportunities. By securing roles in such contracts, businesses can strengthen their portfolio in public sector projects and improve their visibility in future competitive tenders. The contract’s nature aligns well with suppliers who focus on high-quality, niche marine equipment offerings, ensuring they meet the stringent requirements of governmental bodies like UKRI.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

UKRI-5612 New Autosal for RRS Sir David Attenborough

Notice Description

The purpose of this contract is for the supply of a new Autosal unit for the RRS Sir David Attenborough vessel.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-067f31
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/032485-2026
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

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

CPV Codes

34930000 - Marine equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£48,900 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Apr 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 Jan 20263 months ago
Contract Period
13 Jan 2026 - 28 Feb 2026 1-6 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 & 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

OCEAN SCIENTIFIC INTERNATIONAL

Further Information

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