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Award

29 May 2026 at 09:04

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13 May 2026 at 08:17

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13 May 2026 at 07:58

Summary of the contracting process

The public procurement process for contract ID UKRI-6074, commissioned by UK Research & Innovation (UKRI), has reached the contract award stage as of 29th May 2026. This procurement pertains to fire prevention services classified under the CPV code 75251110, involving "Fire door and Compartmentations Works ROE" located in the United Kingdom, specifically within the UKM75 region. UKRI, based in Swindon, Wiltshire, has proceeded with a direct award contract method to Johnston Property Maintenance Ltd, recognising their status as the only FireQual-accredited contractor in Central Scotland, which allows for a specialised delivery aligned with the Ridge Fire Strategy for 2026. The contract is valued grossly at £390,000, scheduled to begin on 1st June 2026 and conclude on 31st May 2027.

This procurement presents growth opportunities for businesses engaged in fire safety services, particularly those with specialist accreditation such as FireQual. Johnston Property Maintenance Ltd, classified as an SME, secured the contract through their unique position and expertise, underscoring the potential for small and medium enterprises with technical credentials and niche market knowledge to excel in public sector tenders. Other businesses aiming to expand in this domain should focus on acquiring relevant certifications and unique competencies to differentiate themselves in highly specialised service areas.

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Notice Title

UKRI-6074 Fire door and Compartmentations Works ROE

Notice Description

Fire Safety works aligned with Ridge Fire Strategy for 2026.

Procurement Information

Due to being the only FireQual-accredited contractor in Central Scotland and offers unique site knowledge, ensuring compliant delivery without added risk or delay.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06972f
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/050630-2026
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
Direct award
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

75 - Administration, defence and social security services


CPV Codes

75251110 - Fire-prevention services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£325,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
£325,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 May 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 May 20262 months 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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI)
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

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

JOHNSTON PROPERTY MAINTENANCE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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