---
title: "UKRI-5869 South 2 - Software Development Phase"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-069717"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI)"
published: "2026-05-12"
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# UKRI-5869 South 2 - Software Development Phase

Buyer: UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI)  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-069717

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## Summary

The procurement process titled "UKRI-5869 South 2 - Software Development Phase" was conducted by UK Research & Innovation (UKRI), a public authority under the central government category, located in Swindon, Wiltshire, United Kingdom. The contract involves services within the software-related industry and was awarded on 23rd March 2026 with a signing date effective immediately. This procurement was executed using a direct method, specifically below the threshold without competition, and has since been completed. The contract covers a delivery period from 24th March 2026 to 30th September 2026, valued at £126,000 in gross terms and £105,000 net, underscoring its strategic focus on internal software development for UKRI.

This tender presents a significant growth opportunity for businesses specialising in software development services, particularly those with expertise in public sector engagements. Given the scale and specificity of the project, large-scale consulting firms with robust experience and resources, such as OCS Consulting plc, the awarded supplier, stand to benefit immensely. The contract's focus on the development of an internal UKRI system suggests that companies capable of delivering high-quality, scalable, and tailored software solutions will be well-suited to progress through similar procurement opportunities in the future. This contract not only fosters the growth of the direct supplier but also enhances the visibility and credibility of participating firms within the public sector software services market.

## Notice

The purpose of this contract is for the supply of software development on an internal UKRI piece of software. This contract is awarded in line with schedule 5 of the Procurement Act 2023.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/043660-2026 |
| 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 | 12 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 23 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 24 Mar 2026 - 30 Sep 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £105,000 |

## 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 | OCS CONSULTING |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 72260000 - Software-related services

## Release History

- 12 May 2026 at 16:53 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/043660-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/043660-2026
  12th May 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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