---
title: "BAS - Batteries and chargers to power ECG160-12 forklift"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-065e5e"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI)"
published: "2026-02-27"
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# BAS - Batteries and chargers to power ECG160-12 forklift

Buyer: UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI)  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-065e5e

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## Summary

The procurement process initiated by UK Research & Innovation (UKRI), based in Swindon, Wiltshire, involves the supply of batteries and chargers to power ECG160-12 forklifts for The British Antarctic Survey. The procurement method was limited, with below-threshold competition, and falls under the goods category, specifically battery packs as defined by CPV classification 31422000. The tender, awarded to Kalmar Ltd, commenced on 26th February 2026 and concludes on 30th March 2026. UKRI functions as a public authority within central government, and the contract status is marked as complete. The legal basis is governed by UKPGA 2023, section 54.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses involved in the manufacture and supply of industrial batteries and chargers, particularly those addressing specialised forklift applications. Large-scale suppliers, such as Kalmar Ltd, are ideal contenders due to their capacity to handle specific technical requirements and logistics associated with deliveries to The British Antarctic Survey. Business entities focusing on innovation in battery technology and sustainable energy solutions for industrial use can leverage such contracts to expand their offerings and establish partnerships within the public sector. The opportunity to supply goods under limited competition conditions enables firms with niche capabilities to gain access to government contracts without extensive competitive pressures.

## Notice

UKRI has appointed a supplier for the supply of Batteries and chargers to power ECG160-12 forklift to The British Antarctic Survey.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/017946-2026 |
| 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 | 27 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 25 Feb 2026 |
| Contract period | 26 Feb 2026 - 30 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £73,500 |

## 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

- 31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting

### Codes

- 31422000 - Battery packs

## Release History

- 27 Feb 2026 at 13:55 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/017946-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/017946-2026
  27th 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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