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CS21056 Securing the footprint of UK soils for future generations

UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED

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Award

22 Mar 2021 at 15:08

Award Notice
TenderAmendment

09 Feb 2021 at 15:05

Tender Notice
Tender

08 Feb 2021 at 11:14

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, initiated by UK Shared Business Services Ltd (UK SBS), pertains to the contract titled "CS21056 Securing the footprint of UK soils for future generations". This opportunity falls within the environmental services industry and is located in the South West region of the United Kingdom. The procurement stage is currently at the Award phase, with a contract value of £19,712. The key dates include the tender submission deadline on 22nd February 2021 and the contract period commencing on 2nd March 2021, expiring on 31st May 2021. The procurement method utilised was a limited competitive quotation, appropriate for below-threshold contracts.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in environmental science, environmental economics, and consultancy services related to environmental planning. Companies that possess expertise in conducting research, particularly in environmental impact assessments and interdisciplinary approaches to soil management, would be well-suited to compete. Participation in this contract process can enhance a business's visibility in the public sector and could lead to future contracts with government entities striving to innovate and modernise their environmental strategies.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

CS21056 Securing the footprint of UK soils for future generations

Notice Description

The final date and time for the submission of bids is Monday 22nd February 2021 at 12:00 DO NOT apply directly to the buyer. Brief Description of Requirement UKRI require an expert in environmental science, environmental economics and/or related interdisciplinary research you will critically review and revise the existing case for a potential new research programme Securing the footprint of UK soils for future generations, which must identify key research questions where investment could make a step change in this area. Please ensure you review all attached information to ensure a full understanding of this requirement. This contract will be awarded based on the the strength of your written application. How to Apply All correspondence regarding this Quotation request in including your proposal should be directed to UK Shared Business Services Ltd (UK SBS) via email at professionalservices@uksbs.co.uk. UK Shared Business Services Ltd (UK SBS) Additional information: DO NOT APPLY DIRECTLY TO BUYER All submissions will be assessed in accordance with the Public Procurement Regulations that apply to this opportunity. Responses must be received by the date and time in the tender documentation; responses received outside of the deadline will not be accepted or considered by the Contracting Authority further for this opportunity. Interested organisations should ensure that they allow a suffiency of time, prior to the deadline to allow all sections to be Show less additional text completed in full and any attachments to be uploaded. The Contracting Authority expressly reserves the right: i. not to award any contract as a result of the procurement process commenced by publication of this notice; and ii. to make whatever changes it may see fit to the content and structure of the procurement; and under no circumstances as part of your organisations participation in this opportunity, will the Contracting Authority be liable for any costs incurred by any organisation as a result. If the Contracting Authority decides to enter into a contract with the successful organisation , this does not mean that there is any guarantee of subsequent contracts being awarded. Any expenditure, work or effort undertaken prior to contract award is accordingly a matter solely for the commercial judgement of your organisation in doing so. About UK Shared Business Services UK Shared Business Services Ltd (UK SBS) brings a commercial attitude to the public sector; helping our contracting authorities to improve efficiency, generate savings and modernise. Where UK SBS is not named as the Contracting Authority within the documentation, UK SBS will be acting as an agent on behalf of the Contracting Authority. Our broad range of expert services is shared by our customers. This allows our customers the freedom to focus resources on core activities; innovating and transforming their own organisations. For full details of our partner base please review the following link: http://www.uksbs.co.uk/services/procure/contracts/Pages/default.aspx

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-1cb86938-e2de-4e29-94ba-e8b895f04cfb
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b5f18f93-da00-4f64-b16e-c3f07e88ad00
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Competitive quotation (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

CPV Codes

90711000 - Environmental impact assessment other than for construction

90712000 - Environmental planning

90713000 - Environmental issues consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£19,712 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Mar 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
22 Feb 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
25 Feb 20214 years ago
Contract Period
2 Mar 2021 - 31 May 2021 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED
Contact Name
Professional Services
Contact Email
professionalservices@uksbs.co.uk
Contact Phone
01793 867000

Buyer Location

Locality
SWINDON
Postcode
SN2 1FF
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
TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Swindon
Electoral Ward
Rodbourne Cheney
Westminster Constituency
Swindon North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

UNIVERSITY OF READING

Further Information

Notice Documents

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