INTEL RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT UK LIMITED maintains an average payment time of 29 days, sitting just within the 30-day threshold, which suggests a broadly acceptable payment cadence. However, 49% of payments fall in the 31-60 day range, indicating that nearly half of all transactions extend beyond standard terms despite the favorable average. This distribution suggests the average is pulled down by a portion of faster payments rather than reflecting consistent on-time performance across the board.
Payment behavior shows notable spread across timing bands, with only 44% of invoices settled within 30 days and 7% exceeding 60 days, pointing to moderate unpredictability in cash flow timing for suppliers. The 3% late payment rate is relatively low and indicates formal payment defaults are uncommon, but the heavy concentration in the 31-60 day band introduces meaningful working capital variability. Suppliers relying on tight liquidity cycles should factor in a realistic settlement window closer to 45 days rather than the stated 29-day average.
INTEL RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT UK LIMITED presents a moderate-risk payment profile — technically low on defaults but inconsistent in meeting standard 30-day terms for the majority of invoices. Suppliers should consider adjusting payment term expectations to 45-60 days as a practical baseline and may wish to build this into pricing or credit terms accordingly. Requesting early payment incentives or clearly defined contractual payment schedules would be advisable risk mitigation steps before extending significant credit exposure.
| Reporting Period | Filing Date | Average Time to Pay (days) | Paid within 30 days | Paid 31-60 days | Paid after 60 days | Not Paid within Terms |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 Jul 2025 - 31 Dec 2025 | 30 Jan 2026 | 29 | 44% | 49% | 7% | 3% |
| 01 Jan 2024 - 30 Jun 2024 | 25 Jul 2024 | 30 | 41% | 48% | 11% | 3% |
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Standard payment terms
The majority of agreements between Intel Research and Development UK Limited and suppliers contain payment terms whereby the Company is entitled to 2% Discount if payment are made to vendor within 10 days. Other common payment terms that Intel Research and Development UK Limited utilities are 30 Days Net, 45 Days Net, 60 Days Net and 90 Days Net
Were there any changes to the standard payment terms in the reporting period?
No information available
Any other information about payment terms
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Maximum contractual payment period agreed
90
The first level of customer service provided to the supplier is through an online portal whereby supplier can log a ticket to check payment status of an invoice. A matter can then be escalated to the Intel accounts payable Customer Service Team which represent the second level of the customer service provided to the supplier.
Has this business signed up to a code of conduct or standards on payment practices?
For example, signatories to The Prompt Payment Code must commit to paying 95% of their invoices within 60 days.
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Does this business offer e-invoicing in relation to qualifying contracts?
This is where suppliers can electronically submit and track invoices. It's not just allowing suppliers to email them an invoice.
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Does this business offer supply chain finance?
This is where a supplier who has submitted an invoice can be paid by a third-party finance provider earlier than the agreed payment date. The business would then pay the finance provider the invoiced sum.
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Under its payment practices and policies, can this business deduct sums from payments under qualifying contracts as a charge for remaining on a supplier list?
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During the reporting period, did the business deduct sums from payments as a charge for remaining on a supplier list?
No information available
Intel Research and Development UK Limited is a private limited company operating within the research and development sector. As a UK-registered entity bearing the Intel name, the company is structured to support research and development activities in the United Kingdom.
The company was incorporated on 21 March 2021 and holds company registration number 13281475 with Companies House. Its registered office is located at 2 New Bailey, 6 Stanley Street, Salford, Greater Manchester, M3 5GS, placing it within one of the North West of England's prominent commercial districts.
Research and development companies of this type in the UK typically engage in scientific and technological investigation, product innovation, and the advancement of engineering solutions. Such organisations contribute to the development of new technologies, processes, and intellectual property within their respective fields.
Intel Research and Development UK Limited maintains an active status with Companies House, confirming it is a currently trading and compliant registered entity within the United Kingdom.