Planning

UKRI-5829 Detectors

UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI)

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Planning

22 May 2026 at 12:09

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

UK Research & Innovation (UKRI) is planning a procurement process titled "UKRI-5829 Detectors", falling under the goods industry category, specifically targeting power supply accessories. The procurement process is currently in the planning stage, with an estimated value of £9 million. The buying organisation, UKRI, a central government public authority located at Polaris House in Swindon, Wiltshire, United Kingdom, aims to commence the contract on 1st October 2026, with a conclusion date set for 30th September 2030. Interested parties should note that a future notice will be communicated by 3rd August 2026. UKRI is leveraging a framework agreement for this procurement, suggesting a long-term partnership with suppliers.

This tender provides substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in manufacturing or providing power supply accessories, particularly those that are SMEs. The procurement process's high value and extended contract period signal significant business growth potential. Companies with experience in government contracts and a track record of delivering similar goods may find themselves well-placed to compete. By participating, businesses can establish a relationship with a key central government authority, potentially leading to more opportunities within the public sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

UKRI-5829 Detectors

Notice Description

Detectors The estimated value of this requirement is PS9m

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06a11c
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/047844-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

30 - Office and computing machinery, equipment and supplies except furniture and software packages

CPV Codes

30237280 - Power supply accessories

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 May 2026Today
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
3 Aug 20263 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Sep 2026 - 30 Sep 2030 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
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
Not specified
Local Authority
Swindon
Electoral Ward
Rodbourne Cheney
Westminster Constituency
Swindon North

Further Information

Notice Documents

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