---
title: "UKRI-5862 IBM Quantum Flex Plan Resource"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-067c38"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI)"
published: "2026-04-29"
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# UKRI-5862 IBM Quantum Flex Plan Resource

Buyer: UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI)  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-067c38

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## Summary

UK Research & Innovation (UKRI) has successfully completed the procurement process for the "IBM Quantum Flex Plan Resource" to support the National Quantum Computing Centre. This contract was awarded on 24th April 2026, with the service period spanning from 1st May 2026 to 30th April 2027. The procurement was carried out as a direct award due to the unique capabilities of IBM being the sole commercial cloud provider offering direct access to IBM Quantum Computers. The industry category is services related to computer audit and testing, located primarily in Swindon, Wiltshire, United Kingdom. The total contract value amounts to £2,426,539.68, ensuring service continuity under the SparQ Access Programme for NQCC.

This tender represents significant growth opportunities for businesses involved in quantum computing services. As IBM is the only supplier offering these specialised services, organisations with expertise in quantum computing infrastructure and support services could benefit from future collaboration with UKRI and IBM. Large-scale technology firms, especially those focused on innovative cloud computing solutions, would be adept at leveraging similar opportunities for partnership or contract work in supporting advanced research initiatives, thereby expanding their market presence within the realm of quantum technology. Businesses that can offer complementary services or solutions that enhance the capabilities of the IBM Quantum Flex Plan may also find lucrative prospects in related projects.

## Notice

IBM Quantum Flex Plan Resource Unit per Annum for National Quantum Computing Centre

### Procurement Information

IBM is currently the only commercial cloud provider globally offering direct access to IBM Quantum Computers, which are essential for delivering the NQCC's SparQ Access Programme and supporting internal quantum R&D. To maintain service continuity for NQCC and partner institutions, direct contracting with IBM is necessary.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/039308-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Direct award |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 29 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 31 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 30 Apr 2026 - 30 Apr 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £2,022,116 |
| Contracts value | £2,022,116 |

## 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 | IBM UNITED KINGDOM |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

### Codes

- 72800000 - Computer audit and testing services

## Release History

- 29 Apr 2026 at 14:12 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/039308-2026
- 7 Apr 2026 at 14:24 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031568-2026
- 2 Apr 2026 at 15:02 - Award - UK5 - Transparency Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031090-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/039308-2026
  29th April 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031568-2026
  7th April 2026 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/031090-2026
  2nd April 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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