---
title: "DDaT26219 - Software License"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06893c"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "UK RESEARCH AND INNOVATION"
published: "2026-04-23"
---

# DDaT26219 - Software License

Buyer: UK RESEARCH AND INNOVATION  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06893c

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## Summary

The procurement process initiated by UK Research and Innovation pertains to DDaT26219 - Software License in the industry category of Software package and information systems. Located in the United Kingdom, specifically Swindon, this process has reached the award and contract stages. The process began on 23rd April 2026, with contracts signed on 31st March 2026 and running from 1st June 2026 to 31st May 2027. The procurement method adopted was direct, without competition, due to technical constraints that allow only a particular supplier, Research Innovations Ltd, to fulfil the requirements, as the tender falls below the threshold level.

This tender presents opportunities for SMEs like Research Innovations Ltd, indicating a preference for businesses specialising in software licensing. The award of £17,000, with a gross amount of £20,400, reflects potential expansion for suppliers capable of providing specialised software solutions without competitive bidding. Companies with existing strong technical offerings and experience in collaborating with central government authorities could benefit significantly from such niche opportunities. Businesses looking to grow in sectors that demand specific technical expertise and customised solutions may find such direct awards conducive to their strategic growth efforts.

## Notice

***** THIS IS A CONTRACT DETAILS NOTICE, NOT A CALL FOR COMPETITION ***** This procurement is being concluded without competition due to an absence of competition for technical reasons, only a particular supplier can supply the goods, services or works required. UKRI had a requirement for a Software License.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036915-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - without competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 23 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 30 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 31 May 2026 - 31 May 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £17,000 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UK RESEARCH AND INNOVATION |
| Additional buyers | UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LTD |
| Locality | SWINDON |
| 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 | RESEARCH INNOVATIONS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 48 - Software package and information systems

### Codes

- 48000000 - Software package and information systems

## Release History

- 23 Apr 2026 at 09:03 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036915-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036915-2026
  23rd April 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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