---
title: "CSP25424 - The DAFNI programme"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05cc22"
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# CSP25424 - The DAFNI programme

Buyer: UK RESEARCH AND INNOVATION  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05cc22

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## Summary

The procurement process initiated by UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) for the DAFNI programme has reached the award stage, with The Answer Ltd selected as the supplier. This contract, valued at approximately £36,240 (excluding VAT), is for research services aimed at supporting a community programme. The procurement was conducted through a limited competition method based on price, as it fell below the threshold for a more open procedure. The contract is active from 20th October 2025 until 20th October 2026. Located in Swindon, the buying organisation operates under the public authority central government, ensuring compliance with established legal frameworks, specifically referenced by UKPGA 2023/54. The DAFNI programme serves as a crucial initiative for enhancing research capabilities across the United Kingdom.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses with expertise in research services to engage with UKRI projects. Firms specialising in technology and infrastructure development, particularly those that can contribute to community programmes and research initiatives, stand to benefit. Given the procurement's focus on the UK market, local businesses with a solid track record in delivering high-quality, cost-effective services are well-situated to collaborate with UKRI. Additionally, the involvement of UK Shared Business Services Ltd as the procuring entity provides a structured and professional procurement process, ensuring that selected suppliers benefit from clear communication and support. Engaging in such contracts not only provides immediate business growth potential but also establishes long-term relationships with key public sector entities.

## Notice

***** THIS IS A CONTRACT DETAILS NOTICE, NOT A CALL FOR COMPETITION UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) had a requirement for a community program. This procurement is being concluded with a competition. the chosen supplier was based on price.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/065114-2025 |
| 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 | 14 Oct 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 30 Sep 2025 |
| Contract period | 19 Oct 2025 - 20 Oct 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £36,240 |

## 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 | THE ANSWER |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73110000 - Research services

## Release History

- 14 Oct 2025 at 10:47 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/065114-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/065114-2025
  14th October 2025 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

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