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title: "CSP26540 - Orobraze"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06b890"
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current_stage: "Award"
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published: "2026-06-19"
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# CSP26540 - Orobraze

Buyer: UK RESEARCH AND INNOVATION  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06b890

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## Summary

The procurement process, titled "CSP26540 - Orobraze," was managed by UK Research and Innovation, located at Polaris House, Swindon, under the industry category of basic metals. This process is at the contract stage, with completion status as of 19th June 2026. Conducted through a direct procurement method, it involves the award of a contract to supply Orobraze, including freight and Certificates of Conformity and Analysis. The procurement did not involve competition, as there were no reasonable alternatives for the required goods. The contract commenced on 18th June 2026 and is set to conclude by 31st October 2026, with an overall contract value of £19,782.17 (including VAT).

This contract presents growth opportunities particularly for large suppliers specialising in basic metals supply and those capable of delivering specialised products such as Orobraze. Given the direct award to Johnson Matthey PLC, it signifies a demand for organisations that can provide niche metal products and relevant certifications. Businesses in the central government public authority sector or those already engaging with UK Research and Innovation might find similar opportunities, illustrating the value in fortifying relationships with key government entities and offering specialised goods that meet stringent compliance and certification requirements.

## Notice

***** THIS IS A CONTRACT DETAILS NOTICE, NOT A CALL FOR COMPETITION ***** This procurement is being concluded without competition there are no reasonable alternatives to those goods, services or works. Contract details notice for the supply of Orobraze with freight and Certificates of Conformity and Analysis to UKRI

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/057809-2026 |
| 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 | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 19 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 16 Jun 2026 |
| Contract period | 17 Jun 2026 - 31 Oct 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £16,485 |

## 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 | JOHNSON MATTHEY |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 14 - Mining, basic metals and related products

### Codes

- 14700000 - Basic metals

## Release History

- 19 Jun 2026 at 06:41 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/057809-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/057809-2026
  19th June 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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