---
title: "UKRI-5665 Options analysis and threat assessment of security and access models"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-060f70"
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# UKRI-5665 Options analysis and threat assessment of security and access models

Buyer: UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI)  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-060f70

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## Summary

The procurement process for the contract titled "UKRI-5665 Options analysis and threat assessment of security and access models" was conducted by UK Research & Innovation (UKRI), a central government public authority based in Swindon, Wiltshire. The contract involves providing services related to the National Quantum Computing Centre, specifically focusing on the options analysis and threat assessment of security and access models. The procurement method used was direct, below the threshold, without competition, highlighting the specialised nature of the services required. The contract commenced on 1st February 2026 and concluded by 1st March 2026, with a contract value of £97,300, grossing £116,760 in total. The main location for the procurement is the United Kingdom, and it falls under the services category, with cybercafé services as part of its scope.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in quantum computing, cybersecurity, and related research domains. The direct procurement method, coupled with the requirement for expertise in security systems and access model governance, suggests that businesses with specialised capabilities in these areas would be well-suited to compete. As UKRI is a leading research organisation, collaboration can enhance a company's credentials and potentially open doors to future opportunities in this cutting-edge industry. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that focus on innovative technological solutions and niche service offerings in the realm of quantum computing would find this tender aligns well with their growth strategies, particularly those that can meet the bespoke needs of high-level research frameworks and security assurances.

## Notice

National Quantum Computing Centre - Options analysis and threat assessment of security and access models, and governance arrangements for Quantum Computing Testbeds research infrastructure. Given the nature of the work and the security systems involved, this supplier is the only one capable of carrying out the work.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/006999-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 27 Jan 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 26 Jan 2026 |
| Contract period | 1 Feb 2026 - 1 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £97,300 |

## 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 | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | JISC |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

### Codes

- 92700000 - Cybercafé services

## Release History

- 27 Jan 2026 at 11:08 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/006999-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/006999-2026
  27th January 2026 - Contract details 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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