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title: "CSP26637 - Battery Cells"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06c4d4"
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current_stage: "Award"
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published: "2026-07-07"
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# CSP26637 - Battery Cells

Buyer: UK RESEARCH AND INNOVATION  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06c4d4

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## Summary

The procurement process titled "CSP26637 - Battery Cells" was conducted by UK Research and Innovation, a central government public authority located in Swindon, United Kingdom. This contract, which is for the supply of FNC Battery cells, was awarded directly without competition because only a specific supplier could meet the technical requirements. The procurement falls under the industry category of goods, specifically batteries (CPV: 31440000), and covers the delivery within the UK. The contract, valued at £12,971.75, is active from 1st July 2026 through 30th November 2026, with the contract being signed on 30th June 2026. UK Shared Business Services Ltd managed the procurement process, acting as the procuring entity.

This tender offers an opportunity primarily for suppliers of specialised battery technology, especially those capable of fulfilling bespoke technical demands with limited competition. Companies like HOPPECKE INDUSTRIAL BATTERIES LIMITED, which was awarded the contract, are well-suited to such opportunities, provided they can demonstrate unique technical capabilities. For businesses keen on tapping into public sector contracts, especially in niche segments of the energy sector, understanding such procurement processes can be crucial for tailoring their offerings to meet specific government needs effectively.

## Notice

***** THIS IS A CONTRACT DETAILS NOTICE, NOT A CALL FOR COMPETITION ***** This procurement is being concluded without competition due to an absence of competition for technical reasons, only a particular supplier can supply the goods, services or works required. Contract details notice for the supply of FNC Battery cells to UKRI

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/063466-2026 |
| 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 | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 7 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 29 Jun 2026 |
| Contract period | 30 Jun 2026 - 30 Nov 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £12,971 |

## 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 | HOPPECKE INDUSTRIAL BATTERIES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting

### Codes

- 31440000 - Batteries

## Release History

- 7 Jul 2026 at 09:03 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/063466-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/063466-2026
  7th July 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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