Tender

UKRI-1800 Geotechnical Advisor for UKRI-NERC

UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

TenderAmendment

27 Apr 2022 at 10:20

TenderAmendment

01 Apr 2022 at 13:30

Tender

18 Mar 2022 at 15:45

Summary of the contracting process

The UK Research & Innovation (UKRI) is currently undertaking a public procurement process titled "UKRI-1800 Geotechnical Advisor for UKRI-NERC" aimed at acquiring geotechnical engineering services. The procurement is classified under the CPV code 71332000 and is located in Swindon, United Kingdom. This open tender process is active, with the tender period having ended on 22 April 2022, and the anticipated contract period beginning on 1 July 2022 and extending until 30 June 2026. The total value of the contract is estimated at £9,000,000. The contracting authority encourages participation from small and medium enterprises (SMEs).

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in geotechnical engineering services, particularly those with expertise in sub-surface investments, environmental solutions, and geological analysis supporting infrastructure development. Given UKRI's commitment to supporting the UK Government's Net Zero by 2050 initiative, companies focusing on sustainable practices and innovative geological solutions are well-suited to compete for this contract. The opportunity aligns with the green industrial revolution and represents a chance for businesses to support critical research and infrastructure developments in the UK.

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Notice Title

UKRI-1800 Geotechnical Advisor for UKRI-NERC

Notice Description

Text to be corrected in the original notice: Place of text to be modified: Conditions for opening tenders Instead of: 27 April 2022 Time: 14:00 Read New: 28 April 2022 Time: 14:00 Other 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. UKRI seeks to procure the services of a suitably qualified and experienced Geo-technical Adviser for a range of sub-surface investments currently underway, planned and being considered as part of our commitment to support HMG in this developing research field. UKRI is developing a range of projects across it's Councils to support HMG delivery of Net Zero by 2050 that may include similar geotechnical advice. As part of the green industrial revolution, BEIS have indicated that UKRI can play a crucial role in providing independent research and analysis (including National Capability Infrastructure where appropriate) supporting geological solutions over the next decade and in particular support the five clusters as they develop.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-75ad30ec-fa1a-4d00-9099-3ff4e8a7725b
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/10b4b83f-7392-4c99-a164-e4533c78d72b
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

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71332000 - Geotechnical engineering services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£9,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 Apr 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
22 Apr 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Jun 2022 - 30 Jun 2026 4-5 years
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
Not specified
Contact Email
kate.richardson@ukri.org
Contact Phone
+447562167266

Buyer Location

Locality
SWINDON
Postcode
SN12 1FL
Post Town
Not specified
Country
Not specified

Major Region (ITL 1)
Not specified
Basic Region (ITL 2)
Not specified
Small Region (ITL 3)
Not specified
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Not specified
Electoral Ward
Not specified
Westminster Constituency
Not specified

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