---
title: "UKRI-5682 16T Electric Forklift Truck"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-065ccc"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI)"
published: "2026-02-26"
---

# UKRI-5682 16T Electric Forklift Truck

Buyer: UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI)  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-065ccc

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## Summary

UK Research & Innovation (UKRI), a public authority within the central government, has completed the procurement process for a 16-tonne electric forklift truck. The contract, tagged under goods, was awarded to Kalmar Ltd, a large supplier located in Shrewsbury. The procurement method involved limited competition, below the threshold level. The project location is specified for Barhill, aligning with the industry category of "Forklift trucks" under CPV classification. Key dates include the contract signature on 12th February 2026, with the period spanning from 13th February to 31st March 2026. The procurement process has reached the award and contract stage, and all tenders associated with this procurement have been fully completed.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses in the manufacturing and supply of industrial vehicles and machinery, particularly those specialising in forklift trucks. It highlights a niche demand within the industrial equipment sector, serving organisations such as UKRI. Companies aiming to expand their client base within the public sector could leverage similar opportunities, especially those with capabilities in producing advanced, eco-friendly electric forklifts. The contract execution remains active, affording interested parties insights into competitive procurement strategies and potential future collaborations with government agencies.

## Notice

UKRI-5682 16T Electric Forklift Truck for Barhill

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/017210-2026 |
| 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 | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 26 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 12 Feb 2026 |
| Contract period | 13 Feb 2026 - 31 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £75,000 |

## 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 | KALMAR |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 42 - Industrial machinery

### Codes

- 42415110 - Forklift trucks

## Release History

- 26 Feb 2026 at 11:05 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/017210-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/017210-2026
  26th 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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