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09 Jun 2026 at 13:51

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the contract titled "CSP26581 - Floatation spheres" was initiated by UK Research and Innovation and executed through a direct purchase method conducted without competition, due to specific technical requirements. The contract was awarded to R.S. AQUA LIMITED for the supply of Vitrovex Eddygrip buoyancy and its delivery. This award was part of a procurement process under the legal framework UKPGA 2023/54. The primary industry category involved is the provision of goods, specifically marker buoys, with delivery slated across the United Kingdom. Signed on 8th June 2026, the contract commenced on 9th June and is set to conclude on 31st August 2026.

This specific tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in marine equipment, particularly within the niche of flotation and buoyancy solutions. Although this particular contract was awarded through a non-competitive process, similar procurement processes may arise that require specialised technical capabilities, making it essential for innovative, small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in the marine and aquatic sectors to remain vigilant. The conclusion of this contract without competition highlights the demand for unique technical solutions, presenting an excellent growth opportunity for entities capable of offering such specialised goods.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

CSP26581 - Floatation spheres

Notice Description

***** THIS IS A CONTRACT DETAILS NOTICE, NOT A CALL FOR COMPETITION ***** This procurement is being concluded without competition due to an absence of competition for technical reasons, only a particular supplier can supply the goods, services or works required. Contract details notice for the supply of Vitrovex Eddygrip Buoyancy and delivery to UKRI

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06b0fb
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/054351-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation


CPV Codes

34515100 - Marker buoys

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£15,720 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
7 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
8 Jun 2026 - 31 Aug 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
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

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

R.S. AQUA

Further Information

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