Scope
Reference
UKRI-5411
Description
Flights for the transfer of cargo to field sites in Antarctica. This is awarded in line with Schedule 5 of the Procurement Act 2023.
Contract 1. Cargo Transfer Flights
Supplier
Contract value
- 700450.00 USD excluding VAT
- 700450.00 USD including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Award decision date
16 December 2025
Standstill period
- End: 29 December 2025
- 8 working days
Earliest date the contract will be signed
30 December 2025
Contract dates (estimated)
- 31 December 2025 to 30 April 2026
- Possible extension to 31 May 2026
- 5 months, 1 day
Description of possible extension:
Extensions to allow for any additional flights required.
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 60440000 - Aerial and related services
Contract locations
- AQ - Antarctica
Procedure
Procedure type
Direct award
Supplier
Antarctic Logistics & Expeditions
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PBCW-1571-CYVJ
4741 South Commerce Drive
Murray
UT 84107
United States
Email: info@antarctic-logistics.com
Small or medium-sized enterprise (SME): No
Voluntary, community or social enterprise (VCSE): No
Supported employment provider: No
Public service mutual: No
Contract 1. Cargo Transfer Flights
Contracting authority
UK Research & Innovation (UKRI)
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PDQJ-7126-JDHG
Polaris House
Swindon, Wiltshire
SN2 1FL
United Kingdom
Email: nercprocurement@ukri.org
Website: https://www.ukri.org/
Region: UKK14 - Swindon
Organisation type: Public authority - central government