--- title: "UKRI-4731 - Supply of Cryogenic Methane Moderator Systems" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-058864" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-058864" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-058864.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-058864.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI)" published: "2025-12-01" --- # UKRI-4731 - Supply of Cryogenic Methane Moderator Systems Buyer: UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI) Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-058864 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-058864) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-058864.json) ## Summary The procurement process for the "UKRI-4731 - Supply of Cryogenic Methane Moderator Systems" was conducted by UK Research & Innovation (UKRI), a key public authority in central government based in Swindon, Wiltshire, United Kingdom. This process involved the open procurement method, targeting the goods category, with a focus on particle accelerators and related components. The procurement has progressed through multiple stages, including planning, tender, and award, eventually being marked complete. Originally initiated on 14 August 2025, with the contract signing on 17 November 2025, the framework agreement will run until 16 November 2027, with potential extension options up to 2029. The contract, valued at a gross amount of £792,000, was tendered under an open procedure allowing framework agreements with and without reopening competition. This tender presents significant opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) such as Fieldhouse Engineering Ltd and Prototech Engineering Limited, both of which successfully competed and were awarded contracts. The focus on specialised components like cryogenic systems and particle accelerators opens doors for businesses with expertise in manufacturing, engineering, and supply of materials like helium and methane. SMEs with capabilities in fabrication work, welding, and producing steel pressure vessels stand to benefit substantially. The framework agreement promotes a prioritised ranking system, providing continuous opportunities for adept vendors to secure orders. Businesses located within the United Kingdom, especially those near UKRI's Swindon hub, are well-suited to leverage logistical advantages for successful engagement. ## Notice Tender for the manufacture and supply of Cryogenic Methane Moderator Systems ### Lot Information Lot 1 Supply of TS1 Liquid methane moderators Options: The framework will operate for a maximum duration of 4 years, on a 2 + 2 basis Renewal: The framework will operate for a maximum duration of 4 years, on a 2 + 2 basis Lot 2 Supply of TS2 Solid methane moderators Options: The framework will operate for a maximum duration of 4 years, on a 2 + 2 basis Renewal: The framework will operate for a maximum duration of 4 years, on a 2 + 2 basis ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/078462-2025 | | Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | SME | | All stages | Tender, Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 1 Dec 2025 | | Submission deadline | 26 Sep 2025 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 27 Oct 2025 | | Contract period | 18 Nov 2025 - 16 Nov 2027 | | Recurrence | 2027-08-13 | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £660,000 | | Lots value | £660,000 | | Awards value | £660,000 | | Contracts value | £660,000 | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Complete | | Lots status | Complete | | Awards status | Active, Pending | | Contracts status | Active | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI) | | Locality | SWINDON, WILTSHIRE | | 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 | 2 | | Supplier names | FIELDHOUSE ENGINEERING; PROTOTECH ENGINEERING | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 24 - Chemical products - 31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting - 44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus) - 45 - Construction work ### Codes - 24111300 - Helium - 24321111 - Methane - 31643000 - Particle accelerators - 44164200 - Tubing - 44615100 - Steel pressure vessels - 45255400 - Fabrication work - 45262680 - Welding ## Release History - 1 Dec 2025 at 12:33 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/078462-2025 - 3 Nov 2025 at 10:35 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/070353-2025 - 5 Sep 2025 at 13:34 - TenderUpdate - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/054335-2025 - 14 Aug 2025 at 15:49 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/048932-2025 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/078462-2025 1st December 2025 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/070353-2025 3rd November 2025 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/054335-2025 5th September 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/048932-2025 14th August 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender ## Notice URLs - https://ukri2.my.salesforce-sites.com/ProSpend__CS_ContractPage?SearchType=Projects&uid=a1MQH0000046ZQi2AM&searchStr=&sortStr=Recently+Published&page=1&filters=&County= - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents - https://www.ukri.org/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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