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UKRI PR20016 UKGEOS Ground Investigation Works

UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED

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Award

28 Oct 2020 at 16:56

Award Notice
Tender

17 Jul 2020 at 16:17

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The UK Shared Business Services Limited is conducting a procurement process for the "UKRI PR20016 UKGEOS Ground Investigation Works," which falls under the "Ground investigation work" category. This tender is focused on civil engineering works related to the installation of research boreholes and addressing ground-related risks. The procurement method is an open procedure, and the submission deadline for bids is set for 13th August 2020 at 11:00. The contract period will commence on 14th September 2020 and conclude on 12th February 2021. The projects are based in the North West of England with an estimated contract value of £150,000 and a minimum expected value of £80,000.

This tender presents an opportunity for businesses engaged in civil engineering, environmental services, and ground investigation to expand their reach and enhance their portfolio by participating in a significant public sector project. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly well-suited to compete, as the procurement is not restricted to large suppliers. Interested firms should prepare for a competitive bidding process, where the successful bidder will be determined based on set evaluation criteria. Engaging in this project would allow suppliers to demonstrate their expertise in ground assessment and safety, potentially leading to future contracts within the public sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

UKRI PR20016 UKGEOS Ground Investigation Works

Notice Description

The final date and time for the submission of bids is Thursday 13th August 2020 at 11:00. DO NOT apply directly to the buyer. All tender information MUST be submitted through the Delta eSourcing Portal. The main works to which this investigation relates is the installation of a number of research boreholes and associated civil engineering works. This investigation is intended to address any ground related risks which may affect the main works operations. This investigation shall be the main investigation. The purpose of the investigation is to: * Determine the nature and extent of ground and groundwater conditions at the sites to facilitate the safe design of temporary and permanent works; and * In addition to the above, determine the nature and extent of ground and groundwater contamination at Site E. The investigation for the design of temporary and permanent works shall include for the characterisation of the ground for foundation design purposes and the safe design of working platforms and other works associated with preparing the site to allow for the UKGEOS works. Geological information obtained during this investigation will be used during the design of the more complex, observatory boreholes where detailed knowledge of the superficial deposits will be important in terms of the risks during construction. It is therefore important that all depths of strata changes, descriptions, observations of stability, etc, are as accurate as possible. With regards to contamination, the requirement is to identify the presence or otherwise of contamination to allow any necessary mitigation measures during drilling of the UK GEOS holes to be defined. 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 set out in the ITQ / RFP 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://uksbs.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://uksbs.delta-esourcing.com and the follow the instructions to 'Login' Once you are logged into the system you will be able to link yourself into this procurement using the Access Code: K6C9EG9B3F 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. 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 Delta eSourcing portal will not be accepted or considered further for this opportunity. 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 in relation to any specific tender event. Please note it is your 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 in no circumstances will the contracting authority be liable for any costs incurred by any supplier. If the contracting authority decides to enter into a contract with the successful supplier, 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 bidders. 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-b5fd17-82b5cc41-efc5-4281-8063-776138aef738
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6c5054e6-b3e3-47c3-a553-8a8863ae66db
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

45111250 - Ground investigation work

71351500 - Ground investigation services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£150,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£151,800 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Oct 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
13 Aug 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
4 Oct 20205 years ago
Contract Period
4 Oct 2020 - 4 Mar 2021 1-6 months
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
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
TLD North West (England)
Local Authority
Swindon
Electoral Ward
Rodbourne Cheney
Westminster Constituency
Swindon North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SOCOTEC

Further Information

Notice Documents

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