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title: "UKRI-5630 Application of COMET methodologies and approaches"
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# UKRI-5630 Application of COMET methodologies and approaches

Buyer: UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI)  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0676b6

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## Summary

UK Research & Innovation (UKRI), a central government public authority, has awarded a contract titled "UKRI-5630 Application of COMET methodologies and approaches" under the services category, specifically focusing on technical analysis or consultancy services. This straightforward procurement process was conducted directly and below the threshold without competition. The contract has been awarded to the University of Leeds and spans from 25th March 2026 to 30th June 2028. The procurement stage is complete, with the contract actively in place, and the details were published on 27th March 2026. The project's focus is mainly on the application of COMET methodologies and approaches, facilitated from UKRI's Polaris House in Swindon, Wiltshire, within the region categorized as UKK14.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses involved in delivering technical analysis and consultancy services to the public sector. Companies specializing in innovative methodologies and technical analysis may find growth prospects by aligning with this project's objectives. Large enterprises like the University of Leeds, already awarded the contract, set a precedent for similar organisations to engage with public procurement. Moreover, businesses with a substantial track record in providing comprehensive consultancy services, especially those experienced in collaborating with key government bodies, would be well-positioned to compete for similar opportunities in the future.

## Notice

Back-to-back subcontract Application of COMET methodologies and approaches (COMET BGS REF:GA/24M/022)

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028598-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 27 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 24 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 25 Mar 2026 - 30 Jun 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £32,500 |

## 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 | UNIVERSITY OF LEEDS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71621000 - Technical analysis or consultancy services

## Release History

- 27 Mar 2026 at 14:30 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028598-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028598-2026
  27th March 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents
- https://www.ukri.org/

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