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title: "UKRI-5447 Smart Data Research UK Mid Term Evaluation"
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# UKRI-5447 Smart Data Research UK Mid Term Evaluation

Buyer: UK RESEARCH AND INNOVATION  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-5ee2f5d2-8262-44d0-ade1-df9a4caba9b9

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## Summary

UK Research and Innovation has awarded a contract to SQW Ltd for the mid-term evaluation of Smart Data Research UK. This procurement falls under the industry category of research consultancy services, valued at £94,214.25, and encompasses a global delivery scope including the UK and several other territories. The award was active on 8th April 2026, following a selective procurement method via the Crown Commercial Services RM6126 Research and Insights Dynamic Purchasing System, indicating a completion of the tendering process for this specific service. The contract period spans from 13th April 2026 to 12th February 2027.

The procurement opportunity underlines significant growth potential for companies that specialise in consultancy services related to research and insights. Businesses adept in handling comprehensive evaluation frameworks, especially those not categorised as SMEs or VCSEs, could find similar contracts beneficial for expanding their market reach, particularly within the realm of public sector research initiatives. This opportunity reflects UKRI's ongoing commitment to leveraging external expertise for strategic assessments, offering an avenue for experienced consultancy firms to demonstrate their capabilities in managing high-profile government contracts.

## Notice

UKRI have awarded a contract to a supplier to conduct a Mid Term Evaluation for Smart Data Research UK. This call-off contract has been awarded under the Crown Commercial Services RM6126 Research and Insights Dynamic Purchasing System.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/370102f3-b717-4917-9e93-797249a0ad2d |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Dynamic |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a dynamic purchasing system |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 21 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 20 Feb 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 7 Apr 2026 |
| Contract period | 12 Apr 2026 - 12 Feb 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £94,214 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £94,214 |
| 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 AND 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 | SQW |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73210000 - Research consultancy services

## Release History

- 21 Apr 2026 at 15:40 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/370102f3-b717-4917-9e93-797249a0ad2d

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/370102f3-b717-4917-9e93-797249a0ad2d
  21st April 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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