---
title: "UKRI-5749 Stainless Steel Shielding"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-064d51"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI)"
published: "2026-02-11"
---

# UKRI-5749 Stainless Steel Shielding

Buyer: UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI)  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-064d51

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## Summary

The procurement process, initiated by UK Research & Innovation (UKRI), involves the purchase of bespoke stainless steel shielding, classified under the industry category of goods, specifically steel. The location is Swindon, Wiltshire, in the United Kingdom. This tender has reached the award stage, with the contract signed on 4th February 2026 and expected to run until 8th June 2026. The procurement involved limited competition, due to being below the threshold, which has now been completed with key details published on 11th February 2026.

This contract represents a significant opportunity for SMEs specialising in engineering and manufacturing, particularly those involved in steel fabrication, as showcased by the successful award to TM Specialist Engineers Ltd. Such businesses can leverage this type of tender to secure substantial growth by fulfilling niche government requirements. The contracting process by UKRI provides access to central government projects, positioning well-suited enterprises for further opportunities within this sector.

## Notice

Bespoke Stainless Steel Shielding Purchase

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/012178-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - limited competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 11 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 4 Feb 2026 |
| Contract period | 4 Feb 2026 - 8 Jun 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £107,443 |

## 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 | TM SPECIALIST ENGINEERS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 14 - Mining, basic metals and related products

### Codes

- 14622000 - Steel

## Release History

- 11 Feb 2026 at 08:35 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/012178-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/012178-2026
  11th February 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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