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DDaT26219 - Software License

UK RESEARCH AND INNOVATION

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23 Apr 2026 at 09:03

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by UK Research and Innovation pertains to DDaT26219 - Software License in the industry category of Software package and information systems. Located in the United Kingdom, specifically Swindon, this process has reached the award and contract stages. The process began on 23rd April 2026, with contracts signed on 31st March 2026 and running from 1st June 2026 to 31st May 2027. The procurement method adopted was direct, without competition, due to technical constraints that allow only a particular supplier, Research Innovations Ltd, to fulfil the requirements, as the tender falls below the threshold level.

This tender presents opportunities for SMEs like Research Innovations Ltd, indicating a preference for businesses specialising in software licensing. The award of £17,000, with a gross amount of £20,400, reflects potential expansion for suppliers capable of providing specialised software solutions without competitive bidding. Companies with existing strong technical offerings and experience in collaborating with central government authorities could benefit significantly from such niche opportunities. Businesses looking to grow in sectors that demand specific technical expertise and customised solutions may find such direct awards conducive to their strategic growth efforts.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

DDaT26219 - Software License

Notice Description

***** THIS IS A CONTRACT DETAILS NOTICE, NOT A CALL FOR COMPETITION ***** This procurement is being concluded without competition due to an absence of competition for technical reasons, only a particular supplier can supply the goods, services or works required. UKRI had a requirement for a Software License.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06893c
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036915-2026
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

48 - Software package and information systems

CPV Codes

48000000 - Software package and information systems

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£17,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Apr 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Mar 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
31 May 2026 - 31 May 2027 6-12 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 AND INNOVATION
Additional Buyers

UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LTD

Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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

RESEARCH INNOVATIONS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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