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title: "UKRI-5999 Asbestos Surveys Antarctic Stations 2025 2027"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06b1a5"
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published: "2026-06-10"
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# UKRI-5999 Asbestos Surveys Antarctic Stations 2025 2027

Buyer: UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI)  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06b1a5

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## Summary

The procurement process was initiated by UK Research & Innovation (UKRI), a prominent central government public authority based in Swindon, Wiltshire, United Kingdom. The contract titled "UKRI-5999 Asbestos Surveys Antarctic Stations 2025 2027" pertains to asbestos removal services, specifically targeted at the British Antarctic Survey's research stations for the seasons 2025/26 and 2026/27. This procurement process is at the award stage, with the contract yet to be formally signed. The direct award method was utilised due to the absence of competition for technical reasons and the need for disproportionate technical capability. The contract was awarded to the United Kingdom Antarctic Heritage Trust, and it spans from 10th June 2026 to 31st July 2028, with a gross value of £280,947. Key dates include the standstill period ending on 22nd June 2026.

This tender offers significant business growth opportunities for firms within the services sector, particularly those involved in environmental management and hazardous material removal. Although the procurement method was direct, it signifies a need for specialised services in challenging and remote environments like the Antarctic. Businesses with expertise in planning, managing, and executing complex projects in extreme conditions alongside logistical operations would be well-suited for similar future opportunities. The focus on niche service needs underscores a path for niche providers to position themselves strategically for government contracts requiring high technical skill levels.

## Notice

Asbestos Surveys BAS Antarctic Research Stations Seasons 2025/26 and 2026/27

### Procurement Information

i. Competition is absent for technical reasons ii. Disproportionate technical capability/additional deliveries

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/054678-2026 |
| Notice type | UK6 - Contract Award 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 | 10 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 9 Jun 2026 |
| Contract period | 21 Jun 2026 - 31 Jul 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £280,946 |
| 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 | UNITED KINGDOM ANTARCTIC HERITAGE TRUST |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

### Codes

- 90650000 - Asbestos removal services

## Release History

- 10 Jun 2026 at 10:57 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/054678-2026
- 10 Jun 2026 at 10:43 - Award - UK5 - Transparency Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/054665-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/054678-2026
  10th June 2026 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/054665-2026
  10th June 2026 - Transparency notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

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