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GSS23744 - UK Research and Innovation: Molecular Biology and Laboratory Chemicals Framework

UK Shared Business Services Limited

This public procurement record has 5 releases in its history.

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12 Sep 2024 at 08:58

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TenderAmendment

09 May 2024 at 13:50

Tender Notice
TenderAmendment

22 Apr 2024 at 14:55

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Tender

28 Mar 2024 at 14:24

Tender Notice
Planning

26 Sep 2023 at 13:50

Planned Procurement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

UK Shared Business Services Limited (UKSBS) has concluded the award stage for tender GSS23744, establishing a Framework Agreement for the provision of Molecular Biology and Laboratory Chemicals. This procurement, overseen by UK Research and Innovation (UKRI), focuses on chemicals crucial for research across various fields, including nucleic acid manipulation, protein manipulation, and antibiotics. The procurement process, conducted via an open procedure, spans multiple lots encompassing different chemical categories. The framework is valued at £16 million and will be effective from 9th July 2024 to 8th July 2028, with potential extensions. The initial invitation for bids closed on 24th May 2024, with contract awards published on 12th September 2024. Key suppliers appointed include Fisher Scientific UK Ltd, Life Technologies Limited, and Merck Life Science UK Limited, among others, ensuring broad coverage across the UK.

This tender presents numerous opportunities for businesses specialising in chemical supplies and laboratory equipment to expand their market reach. Companies that provide high-quality, reliable, and diverse molecular biology products will find this framework beneficial. SMEs and VCSEs are particularly encouraged to participate, offering a competitive avenue to secure long-term contracts with a reputable organisation like UKRI. By being part of this framework, suppliers can strengthen their relationships with leading research institutions and contribute significantly to the scientific community, facilitating growth and innovation in the field of molecular biology.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

GSS23744 - UK Research and Innovation: Molecular Biology and Laboratory Chemicals Framework

Notice Description

The final date and time for the submission of bids is Friday 24th May 2024 at 11:00hrs DO NOT apply directly to the buyer. All tender information MUST be submitted through the Jaggaer eSourcing Portal. As an independent non-departmental public body UK Research and Innovation brings together the seven Research Councils (AHRC, BBSRC, EPSRC, ESRC, MRC, NERC, STFC) plus Innovate UK and a new organisation, Research England. UKRI wishes to establish a Framework for the provision of Molecular Biology and Laboratory Chemicals. The Framework will be based on Nine LOTS: Lot 1 - Nucleic Acid Manipulation Lot 2 - Protein Manipulation Lot 3 - Cell and Tissue Culture Lot 4 - Antibiotics Lot 5 - Chemicals and Solvents Lot 6 - Fine Chemicals Lot 7 - Controlled Drugs, Schedule 5, Toxins & Bioactive small molecules / Inhibitors Lot 8 - Stable Isotopes Lot 9 - Biological Buffers This Framework will be made accessible for UK Research and Innovation (The Contracting Authority), and it is intended that multiple providers will be appointed for each of the Lots detailed above. Potential bidders are invited to tender for one or more Lots or Sub Lots on an individual basis. This Framework is being established for a term of 3 years with the option to extend for a further 1 year. Please ensure you review all attached information to ensure a full understanding of this requirement. All attachments can be found with the Supplier Attachments tab within the Jaggaer eSourcing Portal. This contract will be awarded based on the evaluation criteria as set out in the RFP document. How to Apply UK Shared Business Services Ltd (UKSBS) will be using the Jaggaer eSourcing Portal for this procurement. To register on the Jaggaer eSourcing portal please use the link https://beisgroup.ukp.app.jaggaer.com/ and follow the instructions to register as a supplier. If you are already registered on the Jaggaer eSourcing Portal and wish to participate in this procurement, please use the link: https://beisgroup.ukp.app.jaggaer.com/. Once you are logged into the system you will be able to locate the Procurement you wish to leave a bid on by clicking the ITTs Open to All Suppliers and searching for the reference number GSS23744 or ITT_1427 - GSS23744 - UK Research and Innovation: Molecular Biology and Laboratory Chemicals Framework - Qualification Questionnaire 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 Jaggaer eSourcing portal will not be accepted or considered by the Contracting Authority further for this opportunity, unless a system outage is experienced, to which the Contracting Authority will advise upon accordingly. 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.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-88661dc5-8540-4486-9164-372167ad7c5f
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5fb747ec-4f57-43a3-87f1-e47457854d0c
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Planning, Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large, SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

24 - Chemical products

33 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

24320000 - Basic organic chemicals

24956000 - Peptones and protein substances

33000000 - Medical equipments, pharmaceuticals and personal care products

73111000 - Research laboratory services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£16,000,000 £10M-£100M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 Sep 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
24 May 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
6 Mar 2024Expired
Award Date
20 Aug 20242 years ago
Contract Period
1 Aug 2024 - 31 Jul 2028 4-5 years
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
Postcode Area
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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
11
Supplier Names

Fisher Scientific UK

Life Technologies Ltd

Merck Life Science UK Limited

Molecular Dimensions Ltd

New England Biolabs

Promega UK Ltd

Scientific Laboratory Supplies Limited

Selleck Biotechnology Limited

Stratech Scientific Ltd

tebu-bio Ltd

VWR International Ltd

Further Information

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