---
title: "UKRI-5880 Civil and Groundwork Services"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-065ed9"
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current_stage: "Award"
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published: "2026-02-27"
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# UKRI-5880 Civil and Groundwork Services

Buyer: UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI)  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-065ed9

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## Summary

The procurement process for "UKRI-5880 Civil and Groundwork Services," initiated by UK Research & Innovation (UKRI), involves the provision of site preparation work at STFC RAL, Cosener’s, and Chilbolton Sites, located in Swindon and surrounding areas in the United Kingdom. The contract, valued at £180,000 gross, has been awarded to DH Building Services Oxford Ltd, a small and medium-sized enterprise (SME) based in Witney, UKJ14 region. As of 27th February 2026, the award status is pending, with the contract scheduled to commence on 13th March 2026 and conclude on 31st December 2026. This direct award process, justified by urgent repairs linked to health and safety risks, has been streamlined under UK legislation 2023/54.

This procurement creates growth opportunities particularly for SMEs specialised in civil engineering and groundwork services. The contract focuses on site preparation work, making it ideal for businesses with expertise in infrastructure and construction solutions within specified geographical regions. The procurement's direct award method indicates a preference for swift and efficient service delivery, suiting businesses that can mobilise resources quickly and align with technical requirements in health and safety in construction environments. Companies with a strong track record in these areas stand well-positioned to leverage such contracts for expansion and solidifying their market presence in public sector works.

## Notice

Civil and Groundwork Services for STFC RAL, Cosener's and Chilbolton Sites

### Procurement Information

urgent repairs linked to health and safety risks

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/018153-2026 |
| Notice type | UK6 - Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Direct award |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 27 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 27 Feb 2026 |
| Contract period | 13 Mar 2026 - 31 Dec 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £150,000 |
| 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 | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | DH BUILDING SERVICES OXFORD |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45100000 - Site preparation work

## Release History

- 27 Feb 2026 at 16:58 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/018153-2026
- 27 Feb 2026 at 16:54 - Award - UK5 - Transparency Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/018150-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/018153-2026
  27th February 2026 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/018150-2026
  27th February 2026 - Transparency 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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