---
title: "UKRI-5697 Electrical Maintenance Services at STFC Daresbury Laboratory"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-061311"
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buyer: "UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI)"
published: "2026-06-24"
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# UKRI-5697 Electrical Maintenance Services at STFC Daresbury Laboratory

Buyer: UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI)  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-061311

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## Summary

UK Research & Innovation (UKRI), a central government public authority located in Swindon, Wiltshire, has awarded a contract for Electrical Maintenance Services at the STFC Daresbury Laboratory. The contract, valued at £648,000, is aimed at ensuring high-standard maintenance of electrical systems across the STFC Estates to support operational resilience and safety of scientific facilities. This procurement process was conducted using the open procedure method and involved a competitive tendering stage, initiated on 30th January 2026, with the contract award finalized on 24th June 2026. The contract period commences on 8th July 2026 and is scheduled to end on 7th July 2028, with potential extensions up to 2030. The awarded supplier is KDE Limited, which will deliver services in the UKD61 region, comprising planned and reactive maintenance activities, crucial for complying with regulatory requirements and maintaining the uninterrupted functioning of scientific operations.

This award presents significant opportunities for businesses specializing in electrical maintenance services, particularly those capable of operating in complex, safety-critical environments such as laboratories. SMEs, which accounted for five out of the six final stage bids, have demonstrated their capacity to engage in high-stakes scientific support services. Businesses with expertise in planned preventative maintenance, reactive repairs, and remedial works can leverage this opportunity for growth by showcasing technical capabilities and efficiency. Moreover, firms familiar with navigating restricted access sites and adhering to stringent safety protocols will find this contract favourable, as it not only demands technical proficiency but also offers the chance to contribute to the scientific community’s infrastructural needs.

## Notice

UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) has a requirement to establish a contract with a single Contractor to provide comprehensive Electrical Maintenance Services across the STFC Estates. The purpose of this procurement is to ensure that all electrical systems and equipment are maintained to the highest standards, supporting the operational resilience and safety of the facilities. The contract will cover the full spectrum of electrical maintenance activities, including Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM), reactive repairs, and remedial works, ensuring both compliance with regulatory requirements and the uninterrupted functioning of critical scientific operations. The successful Service Provider must demonstrate proven technical expertise across a wide variety of electrical systems and brands, supported by the capability to deliver services efficiently and safely within complex and safety-critical environments. This includes the ability to plan and execute maintenance tasks with minimal disruption to the operational laboratories and other facilities, where access may be restricted and strict safety protocols are in place.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: The Contract duration shall be for a period of 2 years with optional extensions of 2 years (2+1+1) from commencement of the Contract.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/059435-2026 |
| Notice type | UK6 - Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 24 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 6 Mar 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 23 Jun 2026 |
| Contract period | 7 Jul 2026 - 7 Jul 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £648,000 |
| Lots value | £648,000 |
| Awards value | £648,000 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Pending |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## 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 | TLD61 Warrington |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 50 - Repair and maintenance services

### Codes

- 50710000 - Repair and maintenance services of electrical and mechanical building installations

## Release History

- 24 Jun 2026 at 12:45 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/059435-2026
- 30 Jan 2026 at 14:00 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/008495-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/059435-2026
  24th June 2026 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/008495-2026
  30th January 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://ukri2.my.salesforce-sites.com/ProSpend__CS_ContractPage?SearchType=Projects&uid=a1MTm000009tGa1MAE&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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