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title: "UKRI-4883 Jet A-1 aviation fuel drums at Sky Blu"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-d1858db6-7e3c-4b22-9f3e-877aa8bee2f6"
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buyer: "UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION"
published: "2025-03-31"
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# UKRI-4883 Jet A-1 aviation fuel drums at Sky Blu

Buyer: UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d1858db6-7e3c-4b22-9f3e-877aa8bee2f6

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## Summary

UK Research & Innovation has awarded a contract for the provision of Jet A-1 aviation fuel drums at Sky Blu. The contract, classified under the industry category of Petroleum products, fuel, electricity, and other sources of energy (CPV code: 09000000), involves delivery to multiple locations including the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, Rest of the World, and the United Kingdom. The procurement process has been completed, with the tender period ending on 3 February 2025 and the contract period running from 4 February 2025 to 31 March 2025. Key details include a contract value of GBP 1,330,000 and procurement method classified as "Other." The award was published on 31 March 2025.

This contract represents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in the fuel and energy sector to expand their reach and support the supply chain for aviation fuel. It is particularly suitable for large-scale suppliers that can handle the logistics of delivering to diverse and international locations. Enterprises with capabilities in energy provision and those looking to extend their market presence in public procurement can benefit from this contract. UK Research & Innovation's acquisition of aviation fuel drums at Sky Blu highlights the potential for ongoing and future procurement opportunities in related areas.

## Notice

This is a Contract Award for the provision of Jet A-1 aviation fuel drums at Sky Blu

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cd7f0b74-be44-4dfb-bc61-d80b21854086 |
| 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 | 31 Mar 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 3 Feb 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 3 Feb 2025 |
| Contract period | 4 Feb 2025 - 31 Mar 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,330,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £1,330,000 |
| 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 | ANTARCTIC LOGISTICS AND EXPEDITIONS |

## 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

- 31 Mar 2025 at 10:00 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cd7f0b74-be44-4dfb-bc61-d80b21854086

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cd7f0b74-be44-4dfb-bc61-d80b21854086
  31st March 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/respondToList.html?noticeId=937975418
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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