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title: "PS25111 - Design work for STFC"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0523ea"
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# PS25111 - Design work for STFC

Buyer: UK RESEARCH AND INNOVATION  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0523ea

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## Summary

UK Research and Innovation (UKRI), a public authority within central government, has completed a procurement process for "PS25111 - Design work for STFC". Conducted through a limited competition, this contract falls under the services category, specifically design consultancy services. The contract was awarded to FAIRHURST GROUP LLP, a large supplier based in Edinburgh. The procurement method used was a below-threshold limited competition, with the design work planned to be executed across the United Kingdom. The contract period commenced on 24th April 2025 and is set to conclude on 28th August 2025, with the contract having been signed on 23rd April 2025.

This tender presents an opportunity for businesses specialising in design consultancy to partake in government projects, fostering growth by aligning with central government requirements. It is notably suited for businesses capable of delivering specialised design services, particularly those with a solid foothold in consultancy services. Such contracts offer both stability and the potential for further government engagement, especially for businesses that demonstrate capability in adhering to governmental standards and deadlines. Firms seeking to expand their portfolio within the public sector would find such opportunities valuable for long-term growth.

## Notice

***** THIS IS A CONTRACT DETAILS NOTICE, NOT A CALL FOR COMPETITION ***** This procurement is being concluded following a limited competition procurement exercise. Brief Description of Requirement: UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) require Design work for STFC

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026770-2025 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - limited competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 23 May 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 22 Apr 2025 |
| Contract period | 23 Apr 2025 - 28 Aug 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £24,250 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UK RESEARCH AND INNOVATION |
| Additional buyers | UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LTD |
| 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 | FAIRHURST GROUP |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 79415200 - Design consultancy services

## Release History

- 23 May 2025 at 14:36 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026770-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026770-2025
  23rd May 2025 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.fairhurst.co.uk/
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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