---
title: "UKRI-5535 Fixed Fuel Pipeline for Antarctic use"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0604ac"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI)"
published: "2026-02-25"
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# UKRI-5535 Fixed Fuel Pipeline for Antarctic use

Buyer: UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI)  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0604ac

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## Summary

UK Research & Innovation (UKRI), a central government public authority based in Swindon, Wiltshire, has completed the award phase for the procurement of the UKRI-5535 Fixed Fuel Pipeline intended for Antarctic use. The project involves the supply of a Dual Containment Fuel Pipework System, specifically the Brugg Flexwell Safety Pipe FSR, under a direct procurement method due to technical grounds. This procurement process took place under the legal framework provided by the UKPGA 2023/54, and is covered by the Government Procurement Agreement (GPA). The award was announced on 25 February 2026, with the contract period beginning on 6 February 2026 and concluding on 1 March 2027, with potential extensions of up to four weeks. The project falls within the goods category and is classified under pipelines in CPV schemes.

This contract offers significant business growth opportunities, particularly for suppliers of specialised pipeline systems. Fluidpower Group Services UK Ltd, operating as Orange County from Spennymoor, has been selected as the supplier, reflecting a focus on large-scale enterprises capable of delivering advanced technical solutions tailored for extreme environmental conditions. Businesses with expertise in fuel containment and transport systems, particularly those with innovative approaches to challenging logistical environments, are well-suited to engage in similar procurement opportunities. The direct award underscores the importance of technical capability and specialisation, which are key competitive factors for businesses in this industry.

## Notice

Supply of Dual Containment Fuel Pipework System: Brugg Flexwell Safety Pipe FSR

### Procurement Information

This DA is made for technical grounds

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016829-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Direct award |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 25 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 13 Jan 2026 |
| Contract period | 6 Feb 2026 - 1 Mar 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £542,738 |
| Contracts value | £542,738 |

## 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 | FLUIDPOWER GROUP SERVICES UK LIMITED T/A ORANGE COUNTY; FLUIDPOWER GROUP SERVICES UK LTD T/A ORANGE COUNTY |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

### Codes

- 44161000 - Pipelines

## Release History

- 25 Feb 2026 at 12:01 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016829-2026
- 13 Jan 2026 at 13:50 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/002679-2026
- 13 Jan 2026 at 13:37 - Award - UK5 - Transparency Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/002672-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016829-2026
  25th February 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/002679-2026
  13th January 2026 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/002672-2026
  13th January 2026 - Transparency notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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