---
title: "UKRI-6253 Design, Supply & Install LED Sign"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06d6c5"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI)"
published: "2026-07-29"
---

# UKRI-6253 Design, Supply & Install LED Sign

Buyer: UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI)  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06d6c5

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## Summary

The procurement process led by UK Research & Innovation (UKRI) sought suppliers under the contract titled "UKRI-6253 Design, Supply & Install LED Sign." This contract, classified in the services industry category, entailed the design, supply, and installation of a LED illuminated sign at the Laboratory of Molecular Biology, located in the United Kingdom. The procurement was managed as a limited competition below threshold, and the process has reached the completion stage. Key dates include the contract start date of 27th July 2026, with completion expected by 30th March 2027. The procurement process adhered to the legal framework as per the UKPGA 2023/54.

This contract presents growth opportunities for businesses specialising in graphic design and signage installation. With an awarded contract value of £82,253.50 gross, it is well-suited to businesses with the capability to provide innovative design solutions, particularly those capable of managing bespoke signage projects for large public sector clients like UKRI. Large-scale service providers, especially those with experience in delivering external signage for government or academic institutions, would find themselves particularly well-placed to compete in similar tenders. The successful supplier, Model Signage Ltd, highlights how expertise in the specific service category can lead to successful bids in such restricted competitions.

## Notice

UK Research and Innovation, Medical Research Council appointed a supplier to design, supply & install an external free-mounted LED illuminated sign above the Laboratory of Molecular Biology's lecture theatre roof to the front of the main building.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/071818-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - limited competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 29 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 23 Jul 2026 |
| Contract period | 26 Jul 2026 - 30 Mar 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £68,544 |

## 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 | MODEL SIGNAGE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79822500 - Graphic design services

## Release History

- 29 Jul 2026 at 14:22 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/071818-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/071818-2026
  29th July 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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