---
title: "Modular Accommodation Block"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06d92a"
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current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI)"
published: "2026-07-31"
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# Modular Accommodation Block

Buyer: UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION (UKRI)  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06d92a

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## Summary

The UK Research & Innovation (UKRI), a central government public authority located in Swindon, Wiltshire, is inviting tenders for a modular accommodation block at the Rothera Research Station in Antarctica. This procurement process, currently at the tender stage, is open for submissions until 25th August 2026, with enquiries closing on 18th August 2026. The project falls under the services industry category, specifically focusing on modular and portable buildings and construction-related services. The process follows an open procedure, ensuring broad competition in its selection process, with an overall project value of approximately £800,000 excluding VAT.

This tender offers significant growth opportunities for businesses in the construction and modular building sectors, particularly those specialising in durable and resilient infrastructure suitable for challenging environments such as Antarctica. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) as well as Voluntary, Community, and Social Enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to participate, given the suitability conditions. The successful business could benefit from a long-term engagement with UKRI, stretching from 15th September 2026 to 30th September 2028, with provisions for potential extensions. The engagement presents a chance to enhance market credibility and expand business networks through a high-profile international project.

## Notice

UKRI is procuring a new modular accommodation facility for Rothera Research Station, Antarctica. The Facility will replace an existing temporary accommodation building, to provide modern, durable and resilient living space.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: The contract allows for 2x periods of 6 months, in case of potential delays during construction, or with ability to receive delivery.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/072854-2026 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 31 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 25 Aug 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 14 Sep 2026 - 30 Sep 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £800,000 |
| Lots value | £800,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Active |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## 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 |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)
- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 44211100 - Modular and portable buildings
- 71500000 - Construction-related services

## Release History

- 31 Jul 2026 at 14:49 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/072854-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/072854-2026
  31st July 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://ukri2.my.salesforce-sites.com/ProSpend__CS_ContractPage?SearchType=Projects&uid=a1MTm00000CD1FVMA1&searchStr=&sortStr=Recently+Published&page=1&filters=&County=
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents
- https://www.ukri.org/

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