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title: "UKRI-4185 BAS Gateway Agency in Punta Arenas"
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# UKRI-4185 BAS Gateway Agency in Punta Arenas

Buyer: UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-2d1eaa80-395b-4eee-9f9a-b4e7a15b2854

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## Summary

The UK Research & Innovation (UKRI) has concluded the procurement process for the "UKRI-4185 BAS Gateway Agency in Punta Arenas" with the award of a contract valued at £5,500,000 to Global Defense Logistics UK Ltd. This contract, classified under supporting and auxiliary transport services and travel agencies services, aims to provide essential support to the British Antarctic Survey (BAS) operations in Punta Arenas. The open procedure procurement method was employed, marking the award stage of this process. The contract commenced on 18th June 2025 and will run until 15th June 2029, delivering key services in several regions, including the British Overseas Territories, the Channel Islands, Europe, the Isle of Man, the United Kingdom, and the Rest of the World.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in transport and logistics, particularly those that can offer comprehensive gateway agency services. SMEs are especially suited to compete in this procurement process, given the open nature of the procedure and the focus on auxiliary transport services. Companies capable of facilitating international logistics and managing complex operations will find this contract beneficial, both financially and reputationally, as it encompasses crucial logistical support for Antarctic research missions.

## Notice

UKRI wishes to establish a framework agreement (Agreement) for the provision of a Gateway Agency in Punta Arenas. The purpose of this procurement is to appoint a supplier to support the British Antarctic Survey (BAS) in delivering a broad range of services. The framework will be set up to appoint a single Supplier who will act as the main provider. BAS operates out of Punta Arenas as its primary gateway for servicing Rothera Research Station in Antarctica, as a port and as a base for aircraft operations. A gateway agent is an essential part of this operation, carrying out the duties described in detail below, facilitating BAS operations through Punta Arenas. This Agreement is for a duration of 2+1+1 years. The full scope of the services that will be undertaken during the Agreement period is not known, and therefore no guarantee can be given as to the actual amount or type of work that may be ordered during the Agreement period.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/784eb892-7986-4a81-92de-f46d5cd051f5 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 18 Jun 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 16 Jun 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 16 Jun 2025 |
| Contract period | 17 Jun 2025 - 15 Jun 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £5,500,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £5,500,000 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION |
| 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 |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | GLOBAL DEFENSE LOGISTICS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 63 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services

### Codes

- 63000000 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services

## Release History

- 18 Jun 2025 at 13:10 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/784eb892-7986-4a81-92de-f46d5cd051f5

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/784eb892-7986-4a81-92de-f46d5cd051f5
  18th June 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/respondToList.html?noticeId=941360872
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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