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UKRI-6253 Design, Supply & Install LED Sign

UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI)

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29 Jul 2026 at 14:22

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process led by UK Research & Innovation (UKRI) sought suppliers under the contract titled "UKRI-6253 Design, Supply & Install LED Sign." This contract, classified in the services industry category, entailed the design, supply, and installation of a LED illuminated sign at the Laboratory of Molecular Biology, located in the United Kingdom. The procurement was managed as a limited competition below threshold, and the process has reached the completion stage. Key dates include the contract start date of 27th July 2026, with completion expected by 30th March 2027. The procurement process adhered to the legal framework as per the UKPGA 2023/54.

This contract presents growth opportunities for businesses specialising in graphic design and signage installation. With an awarded contract value of £82,253.50 gross, it is well-suited to businesses with the capability to provide innovative design solutions, particularly those capable of managing bespoke signage projects for large public sector clients like UKRI. Large-scale service providers, especially those with experience in delivering external signage for government or academic institutions, would find themselves particularly well-placed to compete in similar tenders. The successful supplier, Model Signage Ltd, highlights how expertise in the specific service category can lead to successful bids in such restricted competitions.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

UKRI-6253 Design, Supply & Install LED Sign

Notice Description

UK Research and Innovation, Medical Research Council appointed a supplier to design, supply & install an external free-mounted LED illuminated sign above the Laboratory of Molecular Biology's lecture theatre roof to the front of the main building.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06d6c5
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/071818-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

CPV Codes

79822500 - Graphic design services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£68,544 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
26 Jul 2026 - 30 Mar 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

MODEL SIGNAGE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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