---
title: "UKRI-6138 Boulby 10Gb internet connection upgrade"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06bc4d"
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current_stage: "Award"
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published: "2026-06-24"
---

# UKRI-6138 Boulby 10Gb internet connection upgrade

Buyer: UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI)  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06bc4d

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## Summary

UK Research & Innovation (UKRI), a central public authority based in Swindon, Wiltshire, has completed the procurement process for the "UKRI-6138 Boulby 10Gb internet connection upgrade" project, under the services category with additional focus on works. The tender, titled "Installation of RO2 10Gbs IP Connections to Boulby Mine," adopts a direct procurement method, classified as below threshold without competition. This contract was awarded on 24 June 2026, with an active contract period running from 1 August 2026 to 31 July 2031. Located in the United Kingdom, this project was a discrete opportunity for fast-track service upgrades requiring specialised technology infrastructure solutions.

This tender presents growth opportunities particularly for businesses in the digital mapping and internet infrastructure sectors. Jisc Services Ltd, a large-scale company, successfully secured the contract, underscoring the potential for well-established firms in ICT services and infrastructure development to compete for similar projects. Businesses capable of delivering innovative technology solutions to enhance connectivity are well-suited to such procurements, enabling them to expand their service offerings while contributing to cutting-edge research facilities. The total contract value stood at approximately £69,489.86 GBP, reflecting UKRI's investment to keep pace with technological advancements.

## Notice

Installation of RO2 10Gbs IP Connections to Boulby Mine

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/059476-2026 |
| 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 | 24 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 23 Jun 2026 |
| Contract period | 31 Jul 2026 - 31 Jul 2031 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £57,908 |

## 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 | JISC SERVICES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71354100 - Digital mapping services

## Release History

- 24 Jun 2026 at 13:36 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/059476-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/059476-2026
  24th June 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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