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title: "UKRI-4694 SDA Fuel Take Punta Arenas"
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# UKRI-4694 SDA Fuel Take Punta Arenas

Buyer: UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-886e9de0-9eeb-44d7-956f-a25847d981fc

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## Summary

The UK Research & Innovation (UKRI) has completed a contract award for the purchase of fuel for RRS Sir David Attenborough, under the tender title "UKRI-4694 SDA Fuel Take Punta Arenas." This procurement falls within the industry category of petroleum products, fuel, electricity, and other sources of energy and is relevant to multiple locations including British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, the Rest of the World, and the United Kingdom. The procurement was in the award stage as of 26th March 2025, following the tender period which ended on 19th February 2025. The contract period started on 20th February 2025 and will conclude by 31st March 2025. The total value of the contract is £1,045,350 and it was awarded to TSL Shipping and Trading LLC.

This tender offers significant opportunities for large businesses involved in the fuel and petroleum products sector. The contract is substantial, at over one million GBP, making it an attractive prospect for businesses capable of meeting the supply demands for a high-profile research vessel. Companies specializing in logistics, supply chain management, and bulk fuel supply would find this contract well-suited to their capabilities, providing growth and visibility in a competitive market. However, the procurement was not designated for SMEs or VCSEs, suggesting a preference for more established entities with substantial supply capacities and international operational reach.

## Notice

This is a Contract Award for the purchase of fuel for RRS Sir David Attenborough.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/32621f91-ad65-46e2-847c-ba0c3f1b0a10 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Other - |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 26 Mar 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 19 Feb 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 19 Feb 2025 |
| Contract period | 20 Feb 2025 - 31 Mar 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,045,350 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £1,045,350 |
| 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 | TSL SHIPPING AND TRADING |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 09 - Petroleum products, fuel, electricity and other sources of energy

### Codes

- 09000000 - Petroleum products, fuel, electricity and other sources of energy

## Release History

- 26 Mar 2025 at 10:05 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/32621f91-ad65-46e2-847c-ba0c3f1b0a10

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/32621f91-ad65-46e2-847c-ba0c3f1b0a10
  26th March 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/respondToList.html?noticeId=936864908
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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