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title: "Forklift Hire"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-969691a6-ee8d-4fcf-9935-8566284d76e9"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED"
published: "2026-07-22"
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# Forklift Hire

Buyer: UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-969691a6-ee8d-4fcf-9935-8566284d76e9

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## Summary

This procurement process involved the hiring of a forklift, managed by the UK Shared Business Services Limited, located in Swindon, England. The tender titled "Forklift Hire" falls under the goods category, specifically classified as forklift trucks, and serves all of the United Kingdom. The procurement was concluded using a selective method via a Direct Award from a framework agreement, with YPO Plant Machinery, Site Equipment, Tools, and Temporary accommodation - 1235. The award notice was published on 22nd July 2026, marking the completion of the procurement process with the contract period starting on 21st July 2026 and ending on 19th July 2031.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in the supply of forklift trucks to engage in a long-term agreement. The contract was awarded to Yardlink Ltd, a small to medium-sized enterprise, showing that similar businesses, particularly SMEs, have the potential to compete successfully in such procurement processes. The direct award method, utilised within a framework agreement, highlights opportunities for businesses familiar with public sector frameworks to secure contracts efficiently. This tender can serve as a growth avenue for enterprises that focus on innovation and competitive pricing in the logistics and transport equipment sector.

## Notice

***Please note this is an award notice, not a call for competition*** UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) had a requirement for a hire of a Forklift This procurement is being concluded following a Direct Award via YPO Plant Machinery, Site Equipment, Tools, and Temporary accommodation - 1235

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/39d3a9ee-ab76-4c08-aa07-8c997dfaf651 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 22 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 12 Jul 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 20 Jul 2026 |
| Contract period | 20 Jul 2026 - 19 Jul 2031 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £39,696 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £39,696 |
| 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 SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED |
| Locality | SWINDON |
| Post town | Swindon |
| Postcode | SN2 1FF |
| 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 | YARDLINK |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 42 - Industrial machinery

### Codes

- 42415110 - Forklift trucks

## Release History

- 22 Jul 2026 at 10:38 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/39d3a9ee-ab76-4c08-aa07-8c997dfaf651

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/39d3a9ee-ab76-4c08-aa07-8c997dfaf651
  22nd July 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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