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30 Jun 2026 at 13:50

Summary of the contracting process

The Department for Science, Innovation & Technology, located in London, has concluded a procurement process titled "ERC Research and Related Services," focusing on research services within the public authority - central government sector. The contract was awarded to the University of Warwick, situated in Coventry, to provide on-call research services supporting the Enterprise Research Centre’s activities and other partner entities. This direct procurement process, conducted below threshold without competition, was completed as of 30th June 2026. The contract period spans from 30th June 2026 to 30th October 2026, with a value of £65,000, excluding VAT.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in research services wishing to engage with government projects that focus on SME growth and innovation. Given the nature of the work, research institutions and consultancy firms with capabilities in providing high-quality research and analytical services would be ideally suited to participate in such contracts. The partnership with a significant public authority positions this as a lucrative opportunity for enterprises aiming to enhance their portfolio and expertise in collaboration with governmental bodies.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

ERC Research and Related Services

Notice Description

The Enterprise Research Centre (ERC) is an academic research centre based in the University of Warwick that conducts research on growth and innovation of SMEs. This contract with the University of Warwick is for on-call research services. It is to support ERC's ongoing capability and activities in partnership with DSIT. It is a sister agreement to similar contracts with the Department of Business and Trade, Innovate UK, the British Business Bank, and the Intellectual Property Office.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06c050
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/061326-2026
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
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

73110000 - Research services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£65,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
25 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Contract Period
29 Jun 2026 - 30 Oct 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
DEPARTMENT FOR SCIENCE, INNOVATION & TECHNOLOGY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2EG
Post Town
South West London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

UNIVERSITY OF WARWICK

Further Information

Notice Documents

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