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title: "UKRI-6045 Child friendly temporary accommodation consultancy"
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# UKRI-6045 Child friendly temporary accommodation consultancy

Buyer: UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI)  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-122b881e-c6c7-4def-813b-d210be634a47

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## Summary

UK Research & Innovation (UKRI) is seeking to appoint a people-centred design organisation for the project titled "UKRI-6045 Child friendly temporary accommodation consultancy." This procurement falls under the category of specialty design services with additional classifications in architectural and design consultancy services. The project is located at Polaris House, Swindon, and encompasses various regions including the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, and other areas globally. Currently in the tender stage, this opportunity is managed through an open procedure aimed at developing child-friendly temporary accommodation models. Key deadlines include a tender period closing on 22nd June 2026, with the contract expected to start on 1st August 2026 and conclude by 31st January 2027. The total value of the contract is £100,000.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for SMEs and VCSEs involved in the design consultancy field, particularly those specialising in innovative and people-centric design solutions. Given the focus on developing scalable, child-friendly temporary accommodation, businesses with expertise in community engagement and building adaptation will find this tender advantageous. The consulting services required aim to create design layouts and specifications adaptable across diverse settings, thus opening potential for future projects beyond the UK. The open procurement method allows new and experienced firms to compete, fostering opportunities for growth and entry into broader markets.

## Notice

UKRI seeks to appoint a people-centred design organisation to develop an evidence based design stage concept for a low cost replicable model of a child friendlier temporary accommodation for families. The focus will be on developing design principles, layouts and specifications that can be transferred and applied across different temporary accommodation settings. The project will involve: engaging with the local community; designing child-friendly adaptations to the building and producing a clear, transferable design pack. To access this opportunity please click here: https://ukri2.my.salesforce-sites.com/ProSpend__CS_ContractPage?SearchType=Projects&uid=a1MTm00000B4rqbMAB&searchStr=&sortStr=Recently+Published&page=1&filters=&County= Please note the following steps for accessing this opportunity via the Atamis eSourcing platform: 1. Log in or create an account here: https://ukri2.my.site.com 2. Navigate to the opportunity in the Find an Opportunity section of the site or via the direct access link above. 3. Select Register Interest (you will not be able to view the tender documentation without registering an interest). 4. Go back to the main menu and navigate to the My Proposals and Quotes section of the site. 5. Select the opportunity from the list. Tender Documents for download are found in the Documents tab.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/22bf7ddc-fd4e-4b3a-8099-54a12c08f9f5 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 22 Jun 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Jul 2026 - 31 Jan 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £100,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI) |
| Locality | SWINDON |
| Post town | Swindon |
| Postcode | SN2 1FL |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire |
| ITL 3 | TLK71 Swindon |
| Local authority | Swindon |
| Electoral ward | Rodbourne Cheney |
| Westminster constituency | Swindon North |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services
- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 71220000 - Architectural design services
- 79415200 - Design consultancy services
- 79930000 - Specialty design services

## Release History

- 20 May 2026 at 16:21 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/22bf7ddc-fd4e-4b3a-8099-54a12c08f9f5

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/22bf7ddc-fd4e-4b3a-8099-54a12c08f9f5
  20th May 2026 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://ukri2.my.salesforce-sites.com/ProSpend__CS_ContractPage?SearchType=Projects&uid=a1MTm00000B4rqbMAB&searchStr=&sortStr=Recently+Published&page=1&filters=&County=
- https://ukri2.my.site.com

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