Contracts
Research & development in UK-wide
Public sector contract notices in research & development covering UK-wide, from Find a Tender and Contracts Finder.
Research & development notices in UK-wide
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Closed Framework for Research and Evaluation Services
The Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust is establishing a closed framework to appoint up to five research and evaluation suppliers. Work will be awarded through call-off contracts over four years to support the Trust's research, evidence, policy and decision-making.
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Groundwater Modelling National Framework 2026 - 2034
The Environment Agency is establishing an eight-year framework for groundwater modelling services across England. Work includes data collection, model development, flood forecasting support, and technical reviews.
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Innovation Strategic Partnerships Framework
Severn Trent Water is establishing a strategic partnerships framework for innovation work. The framework will run until February 2026, with suppliers selected through a PQQ stage.
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The Ministry of Defence (“MOD”) is seeking to support the development and trial a low-cost interceptor, as detailed below
The Ministry of Defence is seeking suppliers to develop and trial a low-cost interceptor system designed to counter drones, loitering munitions, and missiles at close range and low altitude. The programme is called Project GOSHAWK and will run through competitive procurement.
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Project GOSHAWK
The Ministry of Defence is seeking suppliers to develop and trial a low-cost interceptor system optimised for drones, loitering munitions and missiles at close range and low altitude. The programme, called Project GOSHAWK, will run through competitive procurement.
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Innovation Academic Framework
National Grid Electricity Transmission is establishing a five-year innovation framework with universities to support R&D projects aligned with energy transition and net zero goals. University partners will propose and execute projects at Technology Readiness Levels 2–8, from research through demonstration, and contribute to knowledge sharing across the energy sector.
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Estates & Facilities Consultancy Dynamic Purchasing System (DUPLICATE CONTRACT NOTICE ORIGINAL: 2021/S 000-001562)
NHS London Procurement Partnership is establishing a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) for Estates & Facilities Consultancy Services. Approved suppliers will be invited to bid for individual contracts from public sector and health organisations as they arise.
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Estates & Facilities Consultancy Dynamic Purchasing System (DUPLICATE CONTRACT NOTICE ORIGINAL: 2021/S 000-001562)
NHS London Procurement Partnership is establishing a Dynamic Purchasing System for estates and facilities consultancy services. Health and public sector organisations will use the system to call off contracts for specific projects.
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Estates & Facilities Consultancy Dynamic Purchasing System (DUPLICATE CONTRACT NOTICE ORIGINAL: 2021/S 000-001562)
NHS London Procurement Partnership is establishing a Dynamic Purchasing System for estates and facilities consultancy services. Health and public sector organisations will use it to call off contracts for specific projects.
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Estates & Facilities Consultancy Dynamic Purchasing System (DUPLICATE CONTRACT NOTICE ORIGINAL: 2021/S 000-001562)
NHS London Procurement Partnership is establishing a Dynamic Purchasing System for estates and facilities consultancy services to supply health and public sector organisations. Suppliers can join at any point during the DPS lifetime and will compete for individual contracts as they arise.
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Estates & Facilities Consultancy Dynamic Purchasing System (DUPLICATE CONTRACT NOTICE ORIGINAL: 2021/S 000-001562)
NHS London Procurement Partnership is establishing a Dynamic Purchasing System to appoint multiple suppliers for estates and facilities consultancy services to health and public sector organisations. Suppliers will be selected in waves and invited to bid on individual contracts during the DPS validity period.
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Estates & Facilities Consultancy Dynamic Purchasing System (DUPLICATE CONTRACT NOTICE ORIGINAL: 2021/S 000-001562)
NHS London Procurement Partnership is establishing a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) to appoint multiple suppliers of estates and facilities consultancy services. Approved suppliers will be invited to bid for individual contracts issued by NHS and public sector organisations throughout the DPS lifetime.
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Estates & Facilities Consultancy Dynamic Purchasing System (DUPLICATE CONTRACT NOTICE ORIGINAL: 2021/S 000-001562)
NHS London Procurement Partnership is establishing a Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) to appoint multiple suppliers for estates and facilities consultancy services to health and public sector organisations across London. Suppliers will be invited in waves; individual contracts are awarded through mini-competitions once approved.
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PP-10183b Hornchurch Academy Trust Construction, Infrastructure, Building Works, Installations and Renewables Open Framework
Hornchurch Academy Trust is establishing an 8-year open framework for construction, building works, installations, and renewables across multiple categories including solar, electrical installation, modular buildings, sports facilities, and project management.
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Cable Landing Station Security Guidance
Write security guidance for cable landing station operators covering physical and cyber protective measures. Deliver a written report, presentation, and evidence compendium jointly overseen by DSIT, NCSC and NPSA.
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Water Quality Research and Catchment Planning in the River Wye.
Defra and Welsh Government want a research project investigating pollution sources in the River Wye catchment and testing farming practices and land management changes to improve water quality. The work uses a 'living labs' approach with local stakeholders and should produce transferable findings for other catchments.
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Regional Mapping of Clean Energy Jobs and Skills
Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Combined Authority needs a consultant to map clean energy jobs and skills across the Greater South East Net Zero Hub area. The work involves reviewing existing studies and data on workforce needs, identifying what questions can be answered with current evidence, and flagging where new research is needed.
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Exploring public views to inform the GMC Personal beliefs and medical practice guidance review
The GMC wants research to test proposed changes to guidance on personal beliefs and medical practice. The work involves consulting a representative cross-section of the public to ensure the revised guidance reflects public expectations of medical professionals.
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Water Matters & NAV Survey
CCW is looking for a supplier to run Water Matters, a large-scale tracking survey of household water and sewerage customers across England and Wales. The survey now needs to include customers of independent NAV (New Appointments and Variations) companies alongside the incumbent providers.
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Spatial Telecoms Route Design
The Crown Estate needs spatial analysis and route design work to identify opportunities for installing subsea telecommunications cables across UK subsea and coastal environments. This is preparatory analysis to support their Marine Delivery Routemap.
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UEFA EURO 2028 Tournament Impact Evaluation
UK Sport seeks a supplier to evaluate the benefits and impacts of UEFA EURO 2028 across the UK and Ireland from 2026 to 2030. The work includes six outputs: an evaluation plan, viability assessment, pre-tournament report, post-tournament flash report, full report, and legacy report.
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Cheshire and Warrington Outline Energy Plan
Cheshire and Warrington councils need a consultant to produce an outline energy plan providing evidence on local energy demand and infrastructure investment needs. The work will support growth strategy, spatial planning, and engagement with national energy strategic planning.
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Homes England Economic Forecasting and Scenario Services
Homes England needs quarterly macroeconomic and housing forecasts covering the UK, English regions, and local authorities. The work will support financial reporting, risk assessment, and strategic planning for the National Housing Bank and wider agency functions.
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UKHSA Diagnostic and Research Framework (DRF)
UKHSA is establishing a framework to supply diagnostic goods, services, and research products for routine health security work and emergency response. Two lots: Lot 1 for validated diagnostic products (UKCA/CE marked); Lot 2 for unvalidated research products.
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Political Monitoring
The National Lottery Community Fund needs a parliamentary and political monitoring service covering Westminster, Scottish Parliament, Welsh Senedd, Northern Ireland Assembly, mayors, combined authorities, and devolved government departments. The service should track debates, provide contact intelligence for politicians and civil servants, and monitor relevant think tanks and charitable sector organisations.