Tender

UKRI - RE20283 - FEBE Power Converters

UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED

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23 Jul 2020 at 13:48

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process titled "UKRI - RE20283 - FEBE Power Converters" is managed by UK Shared Business Services Ltd (UK SBS) on behalf of UK Research and Innovation (UKRI). This supplies contract is classified under Laboratory, optical and precision equipment. The procurement is currently in the Planning stage, with a tender period that ended on 28th August 2020. The submission of bids was due by 11:00 on that date, and expressions of interest were required by 10:00 on 27th August 2020. This tender encompasses the purchase of 22 power converters to support the CLARA project - phase 2, with deliveries scheduled from 9th October 2020 to 12th February 2021.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in precision and electronic equipment, particularly those capable of supplying advanced power conversion technology. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) may find this contract particularly accessible, given the open procurement method employed. Companies that can demonstrate expertise in developing 4-quadrant power converters aligned with the specified technical requirements would be well-placed to compete. The potential for future contracts stemming from this procurement process also offers a pathway for growth in the technology supply sector within the public sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

UKRI - RE20283 - FEBE Power Converters

Notice Description

***This procurement procedure did not result in a contract award and as no suitable offers were made*** The final date and time for the submission of bids is Friday 28th August 2020 at 11:00. The final date and time for expressions of interest is Thursday 27th August 2020 at 10:00. 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 UK Research and Innovation (UKRI), wishes to establish a Contract for the purchase of 22 power converters as per the specification. UK SBS is managing this procurement process in accordance with the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 (as may be amended from time to time) (the "Regulations"). This is a Supplies Contract being procured under the Open OJEU Procedure regulations. This RFP sets out details of the Contract and expectations of any successful supplier. This Contract will be awarded to a sole supplier. Scope This specification covers the procurement of 4-quadrant power converters for the CLARA project - phase 2. A total of 22 power converters are required (plus an optional extra for a noncommittal additional 2 units, ordered collectively with the 22 power converters). The power converters offered must operate in all four quadrants of the voltage-current axis. Therefore the output shall swing seamlessly from negative to positive voltage and the output current may also swing from positive to negative values. As a result the power supply will function as a source or a sink so it will either deliver power to a load (magnet) or absorb power from a load. 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 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: X2728PXMU3 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. Further information is additionally available at: https://ted.europa.eu/udl?uri=TED:NOTICE:348139-2020:TEXT:EN:HTML 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-b5fd17-88dac680-f045-42f4-8204-40c60635262a
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fde2d830-a7f5-4bef-9577-baec2277e72a
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 (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£244,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Sep 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
28 Aug 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
8 Oct 2020 - 12 Feb 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
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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

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