Tender

FM21142 - Testing of Infant Sleep Products (Cot Bumpers)

UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED

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Tender

26 Jul 2021 at 13:10

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

UK Shared Business Services Ltd (UK SBS) is initiating a tender process to appoint a supplier for the testing of infant sleep products, specifically cot bumpers, under the title "FM21142 - Testing of Infant Sleep Products (Cot Bumpers)". This procurement, aimed at verifying compliance with UK regulations, is categorised under technical testing services and is located in the United Kingdom. The tender process is currently in the Tender stage, with bids due by 11:00 on Thursday 12th August 2021. The contract period is set to commence on 3rd September 2021 and conclude by 22nd October 2021, with a total value of £9,000. The procurement method employed is the open procedure, suitable for contracts below threshold, facilitating broad participation.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in safety testing and product compliance, particularly those that can demonstrate expertise in testing children's products according to national and international standards. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to apply, given the nature of the contract and its potential for fostering innovation in product safety. Companies with capabilities in textiles, safety analysis, and regulatory compliance would find this a suitable opportunity to expand their market presence and contribute valuable services within this niche industry.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

FM21142 - Testing of Infant Sleep Products (Cot Bumpers)

Notice Description

The final date and time for the submission of bids is Thursday 12th August 2021 at 11:00. DO NOT apply directly to the buyer. All tender information MUST be submitted through the Delta eSourcing Portal. Brief Description of Requirement UK Shared Business Services Ltd (UK SBS), on behalf of The Department for Business, Energy & Industrial Strategy (BEIS) wishes to appoint a supplier to undertake the Testing of 10 Infant Sleep Products (Cot Bumpers) in order to verify compliance with regulations. To perform testing on a total of 10 infant sleep products (cot bumpers), to verify compliance with the following Regulations (and any amendments to these): 2005 No. 1803 CONSUMER PROTECTION The General Product Safety Regulations 2005 The required testing: BS EN 16780:2018 Textile child care articles - Safety requirements and test methods for children's cot bumpers SS 4.1 Design characteristics (all sections) Including BS EN 16732:2015 Slide fasteners (zips) - Specification (if applicable) SS 4.2 Mechanical & Physical Hazards (all sections) SS 5 User Information (all sections) The test methods applied should follow harmonised standards the reference numbers of which have been published in the Official Journal of the European Union, or other reliable, accurate and reproducible calculation and measurement methods, which considers the generally recognised state of the art. Please ensure you review all attached information to ensure a full understanding of this requirement. All attachments can be found with the Document Uploads tab within the Delta eSourcing Portal. This contract will be awarded based on the evaluation criteria as set out in the ITQ document. How to Apply UK Shared Business Services Ltd (UK SBS) will be using the Delta eSourcing Portal for this procurement. To register on the Delta eSourcing portal please use the link https://www.delta-esourcing.com/ and follow the instructions to register. If you are already registered on the Delta eSourcing Portal and wish to participate in this procurement, please use the link: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/ and the follow the instructions to 'Log in' Once you are logged into the system you will be able to link yourself into this procurement using the Access Code: J8U4WWES4R 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 or not sent via the Delta eSourcing portal will not be accepted or considered by the Contracting Authority further for this opportunity. Interested organisations should ensure that they allow a sufficiency of time, prior to the deadline to allow all sections to be completed in full and any attachments to be uploaded. As a user of the Delta eSourcing Portal you will have access to the Delta messaging service which facilitates all messages sent to you and from you, as well as other messages and updates in relation to any specific tender event. Please note that any and all information secured outside of the messaging service, shall have no merit or worth and should not be relied upon by any organisation submitting a tender response. Please note it is your organisations responsibility to access these messages on a regular basis to ensure you have sight of all relevant information applicable to this opportunity. 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 any successful organisation(s), 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-b5fd17-7567ca72-0c30-4d71-831c-de2c8d7d3d5d
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/35ab3214-cd88-47e6-a46b-ef99c272d191
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 (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

71600000 - Technical testing, analysis and consultancy services

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£9,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Jul 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
12 Aug 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
2 Sep 2021 - 22 Oct 2021 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
Rhedyn Griffiths
Contact Email
fmprocurement@uksbs.co.uk
Contact Phone
01793425098

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

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