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CSP26520 - Custom Turnover Tool

UK RESEARCH AND INNOVATION

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18 May 2026 at 07:52

Summary of the contracting process

UK Research and Innovation, a central government public authority in Swindon, has completed a competitive procurement process to secure a supplier for the "CSP26520 - Custom Turnover Tool" contract. The procurement was conducted through a limited competition, below-threshold method, and the contract was awarded to Lift Safe Ltd. The contracting process started on 12th May 2026 and is set to end on 24th July 2026. The contract, valued at £35,499.00 (net), is classified under the goods category, specifically involving laboratory, optical, and precision equipment.

This tender represents a business growth opportunity, particularly for small and medium enterprises specialising in laboratory and precision equipment. By collaborating with a significant public authority like UK Research and Innovation, awarded suppliers can enhance their credibility and expand their market presence. Companies with experience in delivering specialised equipment and customised solutions would be well-suited to compete for similar contracts, gaining valuable experience and potentially securing future public sector engagements.

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Notice Title

CSP26520 - Custom Turnover Tool

Notice Description

***** THIS IS A CONTRACT DETAILS NOTICE, NOT A CALL FOR COMPETITION ***** This procurement is being concluded following a limited competition procurement exercise. UK Research Innovation (UKRI) had a requirement for Custom Turnover Tool to be supplied. The contract was awarded after a competitive quotation procedure.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-069aac
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/045202-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - limited competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products


CPV Codes

38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

39180000 - Laboratory furniture

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£35,499 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 May 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
10 May 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
11 May 2026 - 24 Jul 2026 1-6 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 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

LIFT SAFE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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