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UKRI-1800_36 Additional sprint work on clean energy superpower mission

UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI)

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13 Apr 2026 at 12:19

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process detailed here involves UK Research & Innovation (UKRI) as the buying organisation, seeking geotechnical consultancy services under the title "UKRI-1800_36 Additional sprint work on clean energy superpower mission". The procurement falls under the services category, specifically geotechnical engineering services, with the main objective of delivering carbon budgets within the UK region. The procurement stage is at the award phase, with the contract being signed on 30th March 2026. This was a call-off contract awarded through a limited procurement method without prior publication of a call for competition, under the UKRI Framework UKRI-800 Geotechnical Advisor for UKRI-NERC.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in geotechnical engineering and those looking to expand their engagements with public sector projects, particularly in the field of clean energy. Smaller firms with expertise in this niche area may benefit from aligning themselves with larger enterprises through partnerships, thereby enhancing their credentials and visibility. The successful bidder for this contract, Ove Arup and Partners Limited, exemplifies the level of expertise and reputation expected in this high-impact project focused on sustainability and innovation in energy solutions.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

UKRI-1800_36 Additional sprint work on clean energy superpower mission

Notice Description

This is a call-off contract awarded under UKRI Framework UKRI-800 Geotechnical Advisor for UKRI-NERC. This requirement is for geotechnical consultancy for clean energy superpower mission to deliver carbon budgets.

Lot Information

Lot 1

This is a call-off contract awarded under UKRI Framework UKRI-800 Geotechnical Advisor for UKRI-NERC. This requirement is for geotechnical consultancy for clean energy superpower mission to deliver carbon budgets.

Procurement Information

This is a call-off under UKRI Framework, UKRI-1800.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-068100
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/033267-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

71332000 - Geotechnical engineering services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£146,275 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Mar 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
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

OVE ARUP AND PARTNERS

Further Information

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