---
title: "UK Astronaut International Relocation"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06b7f8"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "DEPARTMENT FOR SCIENCE, INNOVATION & TECHNOLOGY"
published: "2026-06-18"
---

# UK Astronaut International Relocation

Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR SCIENCE, INNOVATION & TECHNOLOGY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06b7f8

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## Summary

The procurement process, initiated by the Department for Science, Innovation & Technology, pertains to the "UK Astronaut International Relocation" contract, classified under the industry category of employee relocation services. Located in London, the contract is a direct award without competition due to specific urgent needs, aiming to provide international relocation services for a UK astronaut returning from Germany. Key dates include the contract's commencement on 16th June 2026, and it is set to conclude on 31st August 2026. The procurement has reached the award stage, with the contract being actively managed and valued at £12,920.

This tender presents opportunities for firms specialising in logistical and relocation services, especially those experienced with international moves and sensitive timelines. Businesses like Britannia Movers International Plc, already awarded the contract due to their ability to meet the targeted delivery timeframe, exemplify the type of company well-suited for this sector. Such contracts are ideal for businesses capable of swift operations and those that can handle comprehensive relocation processes, including packing, shipping, and customs clearance, thus offering substantial scope for business expansion in government service procurement.

## Notice

This Direct Award relates to the provision of international relocation services to support the return of a UK astronaut to the United Kingdom following a secondment in Germany. The requirement includes door-to-door transport of personal effects, including packing, shipping, customs clearance and delivery, to enable the individual to resume operational duties in the UK. Due to the time-sensitive and individual-specific nature of the requirement, and following proportionate market engagement, Britannia Movers International was identified as best able to meet the Authority's required delivery timeframe and operational needs. Procuring through any other route would be incompatible with the urgency of the requirement.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/057525-2026 |
| 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 | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 18 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 15 Jun 2026 |
| Contract period | 15 Jun 2026 - 31 Aug 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £12,920 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DEPARTMENT FOR SCIENCE, INNOVATION & TECHNOLOGY |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | South West London |
| Postcode | SW1A 2EG |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI3 Inner London - West |
| ITL 3 | TLI35 Westminster and City of London |
| Local authority | Westminster |
| Electoral ward | St James's |
| Westminster constituency | Cities of London and Westminster |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | BRITANNIA MOVERS INTERNATIONAL |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 79613000 - Employee relocation services

## Release History

- 18 Jun 2026 at 11:19 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/057525-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/057525-2026
  18th June 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.britannia-movers.co.uk
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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