Tender

UK SBS PR16248 Stable Isotope Mass Spectrometer

UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED

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17 Aug 2017 at 07:43

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Summary of the contracting process

The UK Shared Business Services Limited (UK SBS) has initiated a public procurement process for the acquisition of a Stable Isotope Mass Spectrometer. This procurement falls under the category of goods and specifically pertains to instrumentation and control equipment. The tender is currently in the open procurement stage, with a closing date for submissions set for 27 September 2017 at 14:00. The project is part of the UK Geoenergy Observatories (UKGEOS) initiative aimed at supporting research into low-carbon energy technologies and will primarily take place in the UK, particularly at sites with postal code NG12 5GG. The total estimated value of the contract is £300,000, with a minimum value of £200,000. The contract period is set to run from 30 October 2017 to 30 March 2018.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses, particularly those specialising in analytical instruments or scientific research equipment. Companies capable of providing state-of-the-art mass spectrometers or related technological solutions would be well-suited to compete. The tender may also attract small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that can demonstrate innovative approaches to trace gas analysis, a critical component in the monitoring of methane and carbon dioxide as part of environmental research. Additionally, participation in this procurement could enhance companies' visibility and credibility in the sector, while contributing to vital government-funded low-carbon initiatives.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

UK SBS PR16248 Stable Isotope Mass Spectrometer

Notice Description

*** This tender requirement was abandoned prior to a Contract award decision. *** THIS TENDER CLOSES ON 27TH SEPTEMBER 2017 14:00. PLEASE DO NOT APPLY DIRECT TO THE BUYER. Please disregard any content in this notice that requests your organisation "to apply directly to the buyer" as this unfortunately a system generated error, that is outside of the Contracting Authorities control. The Natural Environment Research Council, British Geological Society have a requirement for a Stable Isotope Mass Spectrometer. The requirement for duel isotope analysis of methane and carbon dioxide from natural samples is part of a large British government funded research project hosted by the British Geological Survey. The UK Geoenergy Observatories (UKGEOS) project will establish new centres for research into the subsurface environment. The knowledge they generate will contribute to the responsible development of new low-carbon energy technologies both in the UK and internationally. This Mass Spectrometer will be purchased specifically for baseline monitoring activities at UKGEOS sites, aiming to characterise natural methane and carbon dioxide conditions at the surface and to investigate the dynamics of thermogenic and biogenic methane formation in the subsurface. This analysis will contribute to other groundwater and surface measurements to provide an unprecedentedly detailed understanding of subsurface hydro geochemistry. After the initial baseline assessment period, subsurface activities may artificially alter gas and water flow pathways. The duel analysis of methane particularly will be of use in tracing these changes and ultimately informing us of methane dynamics within the managed subsurface. Due to these diverse applications and the wide range of potentially trace gas concentrations we require an adaptive system, offering state of the art analytical capacity for trace gas analysis. Additional information: Please disregard any content in this notice that requests your organisation "to apply directly to the buyer" as this unfortunately a system generated error, that is outside of the Contracting Authorities control. UK Shared Business Services eSourcing As part of the strategic alliance between UK Shared Business Services Ltd (UK SBS) and Crown Commercial Service (CCS), UK SBS can use the CCS eSourcing Suite for future procurements. This procurement will be managed electronically via the Crown Commercial Services e-Sourcing Suite. To participate in this procurement, participants shall first be registered on the e-Sourcing Suite. If Bidders have not yet registered on the portal this can be done online at https://gpsesourcing.cabinetoffice.gov.uk by following the 'Supplier e-Sourcing Registration'. Please note that to register Bidders must have a valid DUNS number for the organisation which you are registering. Full instructions for registration and use of the system can be found at: http://ccs.cabinetoffice.gov.uk/i-am-supplier/respondtender. Once you have registered on the e-Sourcing Suite, a registered user can express an interest for a specific procurement. If you have not done this already please follow the guidance: This is done by emailing 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; and the 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. Once this has been completed, when you log into the CSS website, please follow the attached guidance notes which will show you how to find the tenders. Full instructions for registration and use of the system can be found at: http://ccs.cabinetoffice.gov.uk/i-am-supplier/respondtender.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-560c33b4-9080-49fc-806c-29cecad1d327
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dba8ac7e-d9b3-4b2e-92c9-12a3e08647bc
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

31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting

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

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

31682210 - Instrumentation and control equipment

38433100 - Mass spectrometer

45214630 - Scientific installations

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£300,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Mar 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
27 Sep 2017Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Oct 2017 - 30 Mar 2018 1-6 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 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
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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