Tender

GB-Cambridge: UKRI-4553 BAS SB3 Gas Storage Construction

UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION

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Tender

10 Dec 2024 at 15:50

Summary of the contracting process

UK Research & Innovation (UKRI) is inviting tenders for the construction of a gas storage facility at Science Block 3 within the British Antarctic Survey site in Cambridge. This procurement, titled "GB-Cambridge: UKRI-4553 BAS SB3 Gas Storage Construction," falls under the construction work category and is located in the East of England, United Kingdom. This tender is currently in the active stage, with the submission period ending on 20th January 2025, and the contract period scheduled to start from 30th January 2025 to 14th March 2025. The procurement is being conducted under an open procedure with a contract value estimated between £50,000 and £100,000.

This tender presents a significant growth opportunity for small or medium enterprises (SMEs) within the construction sector, particularly those specialising in infrastructure and storage solutions. The open procurement methodology encourages broad participation, ensuring fair competition. Businesses capable of delivering quality construction services on time will find this project well-suited to their expertise, potentially enhancing their portfolio and credibility within the public sector. SMEs are particularly encouraged to apply, aligning with UKRI’s commitment to providing opportunities for smaller businesses.

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Notice Title

GB-Cambridge: UKRI-4553 BAS SB3 Gas Storage Construction

Notice Description

The purpose of this tender is to appoint a supplier for the construction of a gas storage area at Science Block 3, within the site of the British Antarctic Survey. 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.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-2b39dc09-5bb5-4070-bcba-b35c151673bc
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9b8ab3a7-e038-49d9-bb97-93d365451dcf
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45000000 - Construction work

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Dec 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
20 Jan 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Jan 2025 - 14 Mar 2025 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION
Contact Name
Liam Lock
Contact Email
nercprocurement@ukri.org
Contact Phone
+447702672289

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
Not specified

Local Authority
Swindon
Electoral Ward
Rodbourne Cheney
Westminster Constituency
Swindon North

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