---
title: "UKRI-4939 Tarpaulin Pairs"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-050f17"
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current_stage: "Award"
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published: "2025-05-08"
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# UKRI-4939 Tarpaulin Pairs

Buyer: UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-050f17

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## Summary

The UK Research & Innovation (UKRI), located in Swindon, successfully completed a procurement process for the supply of tarpaulin pairs, titled "UKRI-4939 Tarpaulin Pairs". This contract was part of the public procurement in the goods category, specifically tarpaulins, awnings, and sunblinds. The procurement method employed was 'limited', falling under the category of below-threshold limited competition. The process culminated in the awarding of a contract to Stuart Canvas Ltd, a small to medium-sized enterprise (SME) based in Warrington. The contract, valued at £89,298 net, was signed on 7th May 2025, and it runs from 9th May 2025 until 31st October 2028.

This tender provides significant opportunities for SMEs specialising in the production and supply of tarpaulins and related products. Businesses with capabilities in manufacturing goods within the specified category can benefit from engaging in similar procurement processes. Limited competition, as seen in this instance, indicates a favourable environment for smaller enterprises that can meet niche or specialised requirements. Such opportunities enable growth through government contracts, making it an appealing prospect for businesses aiming to expand within the public sector supply chain. Stuart Canvas Ltd's success in securing the contract showcases the potential for similar-sized companies to thrive in this space.

## Notice

UKRI STFC Daresbury Laboratory appointed a supplier to provide a number of tarpaulin pairs. To view this notice, please click here: https://ukri.delta-esourcing.com/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=948122802

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019826-2025 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - limited competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 8 May 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 7 May 2025 |
| Contract period | 9 May 2025 - 31 Oct 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £89,298 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## 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 | STUART CANVAS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products

### Codes

- 39522100 - Tarpaulins, awnings and sunblinds

## Release History

- 8 May 2025 at 15:07 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019826-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019826-2025
  8th May 2025 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://ukri.delta-esourcing.com/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=948122802
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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