Planning

UKRI CON19002 Minor Works Framework - Rutherford Appleton Laboratory

UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED

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Planning

08 Jul 2019 at 07:39

Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The UK Shared Business Services Limited is initiating the procurement process for the "UKRI CON19002 Minor Works Framework" at the Rutherford Appleton Laboratory, which is part of the Science & Technology Facilities Council (STFC). The project falls under the construction industry category and is currently in the planning stage. Key dates include an engagement end date set for 22nd July 2019 and a supplier day on 24th July 2019, expected to provide insights into the requirements. The framework aims to cover minor building works with a total projected value of £9.5 million (ex-VAT), with individual projects capped at £500,000. The procurement will utilise a Term Service Framework contract for an initial period of three years, with the possibility of a one-year extension.

This tender presents an attractive opportunity for construction firms specialising in minor works, particularly small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that have the capacity to manage projects up to £500,000. The planned supplier day offers potential bidders a chance to engage with the contracting authority, gain clarity on project specifications, and demonstrate their capabilities—making it a valuable opportunity for businesses looking to expand their portfolio in public sector contracts. Interested firms that can deliver innovative solutions and a strong response to building works requirements may find this procurement especially beneficial for growth.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

UKRI CON19002 Minor Works Framework - Rutherford Appleton Laboratory

Notice Description

UK Research & Innovation ("UKRI") is planning to launch a procurement for a Term Service Framework contract to provide minor Building Works for its component Research Council, the Science & Technology Facilities Council ("STFC"). The framework contract will be for any such minor works up to a value of PS500,000.00 ex-VAT per project. STFC is applying a renewed and refreshed focus to its unique estate and infrastructure - recognising its strategic importance as an enabler of world class science and research. The current estate comprises a portfolio of old and new buildings, a diverse range of space/accommodation types, and a gradually changing position in terms of building condition and functional suitability. It is an exciting time for the STFC estate as the corporate Estates Strategy is refreshed, underpinned by the recent completion of full building/asset condition across the entire estate. This agreement will cover minor Building Works. It is STFC's intention to appoint one Contractor for an initial period of 3 years, with a possible 1 year extension (total 4 years). The Contract will be based on NEC4 Term Service Contract using industry schedules of rates, and quotation methodology to work on 'best price' principle.The forecast spend is estimated at between PS2 million and PS3 million (ex-VAT) per annum. STFC would like to invite potential bidders to a supplier day at the Rutherford Appleton Laboratory ("RAL").There will be the opportunity to learn more about the requirement, open floor questions, and to have a tour of some of the facilities on site to understand the working environment, diversity and the potential of this requirement. Useful feedback from the days and Q&A sessions may be used to inform the final tender documentation,ensuring all valid options are considered. The supplier day at RAL will take place Wednesday 24th July 2019 at Science and Technical Facilities Council,Rutherford Appleton Laboratory, Harwell Campus, Didcot, OX11 0QX. The supplier day will last approximately two hours, comprising the following: * Overview of the Facilities and requirements * Open floor Q&A * Site Tour * Individual Q&A 'surgery' (as time allows and as appropriate) If you are interested in attending this Supplier day, please confirm your attendance by emailing fmprocurement@uksbs.co.uk stating your organisation and attendee's names. All requests to attend must be received by 17:00 on Monday 22nd July 2019. Space is limited on the supplier day, and attendance is restricted to 2 people per supplier. We would request that attendance is restricted to key members of your organisation that would have a keen interest in this project and be able to add value to the discussions that will take place. The value is estimated at PS9,500,000.00 (ex VAT). At this time the Contracting Authority are looking to hold a supplier day in order to inform the ongoing specification and understand how suppliers would like to see this opportunity let.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-45c0859c-1f27-458b-841b-2270bc316166
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d62ce542-9b7a-48f5-9bc0-7ca29768e601
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Not specified
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Jul 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
22 Jul 2019Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
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 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

Further Information

Notice Documents

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