UKRI-5999 Asbestos Surveys Antarctic Stations 2025 2027

UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI)

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10 Jun 2026 at 10:57

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10 Jun 2026 at 10:43

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process was initiated by UK Research & Innovation (UKRI), a prominent central government public authority based in Swindon, Wiltshire, United Kingdom. The contract titled "UKRI-5999 Asbestos Surveys Antarctic Stations 2025 2027" pertains to asbestos removal services, specifically targeted at the British Antarctic Survey's research stations for the seasons 2025/26 and 2026/27. This procurement process is at the award stage, with the contract yet to be formally signed. The direct award method was utilised due to the absence of competition for technical reasons and the need for disproportionate technical capability. The contract was awarded to the United Kingdom Antarctic Heritage Trust, and it spans from 10th June 2026 to 31st July 2028, with a gross value of £280,947. Key dates include the standstill period ending on 22nd June 2026.

This tender offers significant business growth opportunities for firms within the services sector, particularly those involved in environmental management and hazardous material removal. Although the procurement method was direct, it signifies a need for specialised services in challenging and remote environments like the Antarctic. Businesses with expertise in planning, managing, and executing complex projects in extreme conditions alongside logistical operations would be well-suited for similar future opportunities. The focus on niche service needs underscores a path for niche providers to position themselves strategically for government contracts requiring high technical skill levels.

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Notice Title

UKRI-5999 Asbestos Surveys Antarctic Stations 2025 2027

Notice Description

Asbestos Surveys BAS Antarctic Research Stations Seasons 2025/26 and 2026/27

Procurement Information

i. Competition is absent for technical reasons ii. Disproportionate technical capability/additional deliveries

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06b1a5
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/054678-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK6 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Direct award
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services


CPV Codes

90650000 - Asbestos removal services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£280,946 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
9 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
21 Jun 2026 - 31 Jul 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Pending
Contracts Status
Not Specified

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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

UNITED KINGDOM ANTARCTIC HERITAGE TRUST

Further Information

Notice Documents

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