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UK SBS Non Disposable Handheld Pipettes, Repeaters and Pipette Controllers

UK Shared Business Services Limited

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

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15 Mar 2019 at 09:23

Award Notice
Tender

03 Aug 2018 at 10:30

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The UK Shared Business Services Limited (UK SBS) is currently managing a procurement process focused on the supply of Non-Disposable Handheld Pipettes, Repeaters, and Pipette Controllers. Located in Swindon, England, this procurement falls under the laboratory equipment industry category. The tender period concluded on 10 September 2018, and the contract was awarded on 6 November 2018, with a contractual duration extending from 16 November 2018 to 15 November 2022. This open procedure allows multiple providers to submit bids for three distinct Lots: the supply of pipettes and controllers, servicing and calibration, and supply of spare parts. Interested suppliers are advised to register through the CCS eSourcing Portal to participate in future related opportunities.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in laboratory equipment, calibration services, and spare parts provision. Companies, particularly SMEs, with expertise in manufacturing or supplying scientific instruments or providing associated services will be well-positioned to compete in this market. The framework's open nature allows for multiple suppliers, enhancing the chances for diverse businesses to engage in public sector contracts, thereby potentially expanding their market reach and financial growth. Those interested should ensure they prepare thoroughly by reviewing all available documentation and complying with the specified submission processes to increase their chances of winning the contract.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

UK SBS Non Disposable Handheld Pipettes, Repeaters and Pipette Controllers

Notice Description

The final date and time for the submission of bids is Monday 10 September 2018 at 14:00. The final date and time for bidders to request RFP tender documents is Friday 07th September at 14:00. DO NOT apply directly to the buyer. All tender information MUST be submitted through the CCS eSourcing Portal. UK SBS wishes to establish a Contract for the provision of Non-Disposable Pipettes, Repeaters and Pipette Controllers along with the provision for servicing and calibration of the same. UK SBS is managing this procurement process in accordance with the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 (as may be amended from time to time) (the "Regulations"). This is a supplies and services contract The Award of this contract will be based on three Lots: Lot 1 - Supply of Non Disposable Handheld Pipettes, Repeaters and Pipette Controllers Lot 2 - Service and Calibration Lot 3 - Supply of Spare Parts Lots 1 and 3 are divided into sub-lots and are available in the RFP tender document. This Framework will be made accessible for use on a pan government basis. This will facilitate the greater aggregation of public sector demand and enable public sector to leverage greater efficiencies. It is intended that multiple providers will be appointed for each of the Lots detailed above, Potential Providers are invited to tender for one or more Lots on an individual basis. Please ensure you review all attached information to ensure a full understanding of this requirement. All attachments can be found in the RFx attachments tab within the Emptoris System. This contract will be awarded based on the evaluation criteria set out in the RFP Document. How to Apply As part of the strategic alliance between UK Shared Business Services Ltd (UK SBS) and Crown Commercial Service (CCS), UK SBS will be using the CCS eSourcing Suite for this procurement. To register on the CCS eSourcing portal please follow the details contained within the Additional Information section of this notice. If you are already registered on the CCS eSourcing portal and wish to register your interest in this opportunity please email; expressionofinterest@crowncommercial.gov.uk your email must clearly state: * the name and reference for the procurement you wish to register for; * the name of the registered Bidder; * the name and contact details for the registered individual sending the email. Please disregard any content in this notice that requests your organisation "to apply directly to the buyer" as this is unfortunately a system generated error, that is outside of the Contracting Authorities control. Additional information: DO NOT APPLY DIRECTLY TO BUYER All submissions will be assessed in accordance with the Public Contracts Regulations 2015, for procurement values that exceed Regulation 5 (Threshold amounts) Responses must be received by the date in the tender documentation; responses received outside of the deadline or not sent via the eSourcing portal will not be accepted or considered further for this opportunity. How to Register on the CCS eSourcing Suite If you have not yet registered on the eSourcing Suite, this can be done online at https://gpsesourcing.cabinetoffice.gov.uk by following the link 'Register for CCS eSourcing'. Please note that, to register, you must have a valid DUNS number (as provided by Dun and Bradstreet) for the organisation which you are registering, who will be entering into a contract if invited to do so. Once you have registered on the eSourcing Suite, a registered user can express an interest for a specific procurement. This is done by emailing expressionofinterest@crowncommercial.gov.uk. Your email must clearly state: * name and reference for the procurement you wish to register for; * name of the registered Bidder; * name and contact details for the registered individual sending the email. Crown Commercial Service will process the email and then enable the Bidder to access the procurement online via the e-Sourcing Suite. The registered user will receive a notification email to alert them once this has been done. The Sourcing documents can then be accessed on the eSourcing Suite at: https://gpsesourcing.cabinetoffice.gov.uk using the instructions detailed in the Specification documents within Contracts Finder. As a user of the e-Sourcing Suite you will have access to Emptoris email messaging service which facilitates all messages sent to you and from you in relation to any specific RFX event. Please note it is your responsibility to access these emails on a regular basis to ensure you have sight of all relevant information. For technical assistance on use of the e-Sourcing Suite please contact Crown Commercial Service Helpdesk: Telephone: 0345 010 3503 Training documents to support Bidders to utilise Emptoris CCS eSourcing are available in the Contracts Finder Tender documents section. 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. 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.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-30ccb8f5-34a4-4a5d-ab88-84166a6a7a58
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/12977b7d-62a7-4c6e-885f-5d516259539f
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large, SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

CPV Codes

38437000 - Laboratory pipettes and accessories

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£2,000,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Mar 20197 years ago
Submission Deadline
10 Sep 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
6 Nov 20187 years ago
Contract Period
16 Nov 2018 - 15 Nov 2022 4-5 years
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
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SWINDON
Postcode
SN2 1FF
Postcode Area
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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
11
Supplier Names

Greiner Bio-One Ltd

Alpha Laboratories Ltd

Mettler Toledo Ltd T/a Anachem

Elkay Laboratory Products UK Ltd

Gilson Scientific Ltd

GPE Scientific Ltd

Scientific Laboratory Supplies Limited

Sigma-Aldrich Company Limited

STARLAB UK Ltd

Thistle Scientific Ltd

VWR International Ltd

Further Information

Notice Documents

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