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UKRI-5671-Evaluation Materials Innovation Programme

UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI)

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12 May 2026 at 11:35

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Summary of the contracting process

The UK Research & Innovation (UKRI) is managing a tender process for the Evaluation Materials Innovation Programme, titled "UKRI-5671". The project is set within the industry category of research consultancy services, and specifically targets the region of Swindon in Wiltshire, United Kingdom. The procurement process is currently at the Tender stage, with an open procedure method. Interested parties are advised to mark 9th June 2026, 11:00 BST, as the deadline for submission of tenders. The main objective of the programme is to advance material innovations crucial for industries such as Advanced Manufacturing, Energy, and Defence, with a significant total allocation of £66 million, of which £59 million is managed by UKRI.

This tender represents a substantial opportunity for businesses specialising in consultancy within the realms of advanced materials and technological advancements. As a key component of the national industrial strategy, involvement in this programme can significantly bolster a company's profile and lead to further opportunities in cutting-edge technology sectors. The tender is well-suited for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that prioritise innovation and quality, as the evaluation criteria place a substantial emphasis on these attributes. Involvement could enhance a company’s standing as part of an elite network of innovators contributing to the UK’s economic growth through material science advancements.

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Notice Title

UKRI-5671-Evaluation Materials Innovation Programme

Notice Description

For the spending review period (FY 26/27 to FY 29/30) PS66 million has been allocated to the DSIT-led National Materials Innovation programme (hereafter referred to as NMIP or the Programme). UKRI is delivering PS59m of the overall programme through the UKRI Materials Innovation Programme (hereafter referred to as UKRI MIP), with DSIT directly delivering the remaining PS7m. The Programme aims to tackle fragmentation across disciplines and sectors, accelerating the domestic translation of critical material innovations into applications which are vital for the future of Advanced Manufacturing, while also underscoring Energy, Digital Technologies, Defence and Life Sciences Industries. Pioneering a national approach to the sector, the programme will establish networks to bring together stakeholders, streamline infrastructure access, and unlock maximal value from existing investments. The programme will tackle materials-specific commercialisation challenges through new initiatives such as targeted programmes of interventions, digital tools, and verification services. Additional activities will address market gaps in strategic materials, strengthening the UK's sovereign capabilities to mitigate security risks and capitalise on economic opportunities. Without this focus, key innovations risk stalling before reaching the application areas that underpin the UK's national priorities, drive technological progress, and grow the economy. The programme is expected to deliver benefits across UK priorities with Advanced Materials highlighted in the Industrial Strategy1 as one of six frontier industries and materials underpinning other technological advances such as metamaterials for 6G communication or enhanced data centre efficiency.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06968f
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/043410-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

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
£550,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£550,000 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 May 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
9 Jun 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
13 Jul 2026 - 31 Mar 2033 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

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
TLK14 Swindon
Local Authority
Swindon
Electoral Ward
Rodbourne Cheney
Westminster Constituency
Swindon North

Further Information

Notice Documents

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