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UKRI-6015 DHSC funded IUK UK Vaccine Network

UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI)

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08 May 2026 at 09:36

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the contract titled "UKRI-6015 DHSC funded IUK UK Vaccine Network," initiated by UK Research & Innovation (UKRI), aims to support the development of vaccines for low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). This service-focused contract falls under the category of research consultancy services (CPV 73210000) and was managed through a direct procurement method below threshold, without competition. The contracting authority, located in Swindon, Wiltshire, operates within the central government public authority sector. The procurement stage has reached completion, with the award dated 8th May 2026. The contract began on 21st April 2026 and will conclude on 31st December 2026, with a total contract value of £67,135.20, including VAT.

This contract presents a business opportunity for organisations specialising in research consultancy, particularly those with a focus on the life sciences and healthcare industries. It also appeals to businesses capable of developing comprehensive business case and technical plan documents for government-funded projects. While the award was given to Medicines Discovery Catapult Limited, a large company, small to medium enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in vaccine development and research collaboration stand to benefit from similar future tenders or subcontracting opportunities. Companies looking to engage with central governmental organisations and enhance their portfolio within public health initiatives can consider this area as a potential avenue for growth.

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Notice Title

UKRI-6015 DHSC funded IUK UK Vaccine Network

Notice Description

DHSC funded IUK UK Vaccine Network, to develop a Business Case and Technical Plan document and then review completed BCTPs for the potential progression of 21 DHSC funded projects for the development of vaccines for LMIC

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-069450
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/042338-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73210000 - Research consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£55,946 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 May 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Apr 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
20 Apr 2026 - 31 Dec 2026 6-12 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

MEDICINES DISCOVERY CATAPULT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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