Tender

UKRI-1489 LSTC Access Platform

UK RESEARCH AND INNOVATION

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16 Jul 2021 at 10:35

Tender Notice
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10 Jun 2021 at 08:05

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) is conducting a public procurement process for the "UKRI-1489 LSTC Access Platform," which falls under the goods category, specifically regarding access platforms. This tender, with a total value of £250,000, is intended for the procurement of an access platform to assist in the installation of satellites at the National Satellite Test Facility located in Rutherford Appleton Laboratory, Swindon, South East England. The procurement method is an open procedure, and the tender submission deadline is set for 11:00 on 11th August 2021.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) looking to expand their business in the aerospace sector. Companies with expertise in manufacturing access platforms or related equipment, particularly those capable of meeting the specific requirements outlined in the tender documents, would be well-suited to participate. Successful bidders may not only benefit from the immediate contract but also establish a long-term relationship with the UKRI, enhancing future growth prospects within the burgeoning space industry.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

UKRI-1489 LSTC Access Platform

Notice Description

Text to be corrected in the original notice: Place of text to be modified: Time limit for receipt of tenders or requests to participate Instead of: 21 July 2021 Time: 11:00 Read New: 11 August 2021 Time: 11:00 Place of text to be modified: Conditions for opening of tenders: Instead of: 21 July 2021 Time: 11:00 Read New: 11 August 2021 Time: 11:00 Other additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement. At UK Research and Innovation's (UKRI's) Science and Technology Facilities Council's (STFC's) site at Rutherford Appleton Laboratory (RAL); The National Satellite Test Facility (NSTF) is a new facility for the environmental testing of complete satellites and large sub-assemblies. It is being funded by the UK Government, developed and operated by RAL Space, and will provide comprehensive test facilities for both new and existing space companies. RAL Space requires an Access Platform to aid the installation of satellites, satellite dispensers or subsystem into the Large Space Test (thermal vacuum) Chamber (LSTC). The tender documentation describes the specification of the requirement and the process of submitting bids.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-01a5cfa4-b6b6-46bf-9485-151e7a3fc464
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4964613e-8c1c-49cc-841b-0c83ccf66b1c
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

CPV Codes

34951000 - Access platforms

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£250,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Jul 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
21 Jul 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
12 Sep 2021 - 12 Sep 2022 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UK RESEARCH AND INNOVATION
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@stfc.ac.uk
Contact Phone
+441793442000

Buyer Location

Locality
SWINDON
Postcode
SN2 1FL
Post Town
Swindon
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK71 Swindon
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)
Local Authority
Swindon
Electoral Ward
Rodbourne Cheney
Westminster Constituency
Swindon North

Further Information

Notice Documents

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