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title: "UKRI-5033 Distributed System of Scientific Collection (DiSSCo) UK Evaluation"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-059c9b"
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# UKRI-5033 Distributed System of Scientific Collection (DiSSCo) UK Evaluation

Buyer: UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI)  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-059c9b

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## Summary

The UK Research & Innovation (UKRI) has successfully completed the procurement process for the "UKRI-5033 Distributed System of Scientific Collection (DiSSCo) UK Evaluation" contract. This initiative was aimed at conducting an independent and thorough evaluation of the DiSSCo UK Programme. The procurement was executed via an open procedure, adhering to the "Open procedure" method, and the contract was awarded to ICF Consulting Services Limited, based in London. This contract falls under the "Research and development services and related consultancy services" category, with a focus on services. The contract was officially signed on 5th June 2026 and has an active status. The project will be carried out in the United Kingdom, specifically in the Swindon, Wiltshire region, with a commencement date of 8th June 2026 and an expected completion by 31st May 2029, having options to extend not exceeding a total of 10 years.

This procurement presents multiple opportunities for businesses specialising in research and development consultancy services, particularly those with the capacity to undertake comprehensive evaluations of scientific programmes. The contract's significant value and the extended potential scope due to renewal options (2+2+3 years) make it particularly attractive for large-scale consultancy firms aiming to expand their footprint in government projects. Businesses with expertise in evaluating programme effectiveness, impact delivery, and readiness for future initiatives would find this contract highly aligned with their capabilities, positioning them to leverage this opportunity for substantial business growth and increased visibility in the public sector.

## Notice

UKRI-5033 Distributed System of Scientific Collections (DiSSCo) UK Evaluation - A comprehensive, independent, and rigorous evaluation of the DiSSCo UK Programme, assessing its delivery, impact, effectiveness, and future readiness.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Options: UKRI have the option to extend the contract for a period of 2+2+3

Renewal: UKRI may extend this Contract for a period of 2+2+3 years

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/053478-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 5 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 31 Oct 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 3 Dec 2025 |
| Contract period | 7 Jun 2026 - 31 May 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £1,250,000 |
| Lots value | £1,250,000 |
| Awards value | £1,244,600 |
| Contracts value | £1,244,600 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Active |
| 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 | TLK14 Swindon |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | ICF CONSULTING SERVICES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 5 Jun 2026 at 14:56 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/053478-2026
- 4 Dec 2025 at 09:51 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/079590-2025
- 17 Sep 2025 at 16:04 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/057492-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/053478-2026
  5th June 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/079590-2025
  4th December 2025 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/057492-2025
  17th September 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://ukri2.my.salesforce-sites.com/ProSpend__CS_ContractPage?SearchType=Projects&uid=a1MTm000007GEKjMAO&searchStr=&sortStr=Recently+Published&page=1&filters=&County=
- https://ukri2.my.site.com
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents
- https://www.ukri.org/

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