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UK SBS RE160457 Seismic Reflection Kit Invitation to Quote

UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED

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Award

20 Mar 2018 at 13:38

Tender

06 Dec 2016 at 13:53

Summary of the contracting process

The UK Shared Business Services Limited is conducting a procurement process for the "UK SBS RE160457 Seismic Reflection Kit Invitation to Quote." This project falls under the industry category of seismic equipment and involves the acquisition of goods required for seismic surveys at the GeoEnergy Test Bed. The procurement method is an open procedure, a part of the tender phase, with a deadline for bid submissions on 16th December 2016 at 14:00. The contract period is expected to commence on 20th December 2016 and conclude by 31st May 2017.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in geoscience, seismic data acquisition, or related fields to contribute to significant environmental research and monitoring efforts. Companies that can provide portable seismic reflection kits and possess relevant technical expertise in seismic data processing will find this procurement particularly suitable. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as the project is designed to support their involvement in government contracts.

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Notice Title

UK SBS RE160457 Seismic Reflection Kit Invitation to Quote

Notice Description

The British Geological Survey is a world-leading geological survey. It focuses on public-good science for government, and research to understand earth and environmental processes. It is the UK's premier provider of objective and authoritative geoscientific data, information and knowledge to help society to: * Use its natural resources responsibly * Manage environmental change * Be resilient to environmental hazards The BGS provides expert services and impartial advice in all areas of geoscience. Our client base is drawn from the public and private sectors both in the UK and internationally. Background to requirement * Seismic Reflection Kit will be used to undertake repeat surveys at the GeoEnergy Test Bed (GTB) but will also be portable so can be used elsewhere. The science programme around the GTB is a key activity for BGS * BGS have training in using seismic reflection kit * BGS have expertise in using ProMax processing software * BGS have expertise in using Petrel interpretation software * Existing BGS Geophone use Mueller Clip Connections Site areal extent is 100 by 250 m at surface. Depth of interest is at 175 - 250m. Areas outside of the site can be accessed to permit long lines in 3 directions It is envisaged that a cross shaped array of 2D lines will be acquired centred on the injection well. These lines will be shot separately and will need to be processed so that they can be used in standard interpretation software (e.g. Schlumberger Petrel) Initial requirement is to undertake repeat seismic reflection surveys during gas sequestration trials in order to determine location and morphology of sequestered gas pockets Maximum depth of investigation is envisaged to be ~250m below ground level. Additional information: The final date and time for the submission of bids is Friday 16th December 2016 at 14:00 am DO NOT apply directly to the buyer. All tender information MUST be submitted through the CCS eSourcing Portal. As part of the strategic alliance between UK Shared Business Services Ltd (UK SBS) and Crown Commercial Service (CCS), UK SBS can use the CCS eSourcing Suite for future procurements. If you have not yet registered on the eSourcing Suite, this can be done online at https://gpsesourcing.cabinetoffice.gov.uk by following the link 'Register for CCS eSourcing'. Please note that, to register, you must have a valid DUNS number (as provided by Dun and Bradstreet) for the organisation which you are registering, who will be entering into a contract if invited to do so. Once you have registered on the eSourcing Suite, a registered user can express an interest for a specific procurement. This is done by emailing ExpressionOfInterest@crowncommercial.gov.uk. Your email must clearly state: the name and reference for the procurement you wish to register for; the name of the registered Bidder; and the name and contact details for the registered individual sending the email. Crown Commercial Service will process the email and then enable the Bidder to access the procurement online via the e-Sourcing Suite. The registered user will receive a notification email to alert them once this has been done. The Sourcing documents can then be accessed on the eSourcing Suite at: https://gpsesourcing.cabinetoffice.gov.uk using the instructions detailed in the Specification documents within Contracts Finder. As a user of the e-Sourcing Suite you will have access to Emptoris email messaging service which facilitates all messages sent to you and from you in relation to any specific RFX event. Please note it is your responsibility to access these emails on a regular basis to ensure you have sight of all relevant information. For technical assistance on use of the e-Sourcing Suite please contact Crown Commercial Service Helpdesk : Telephone: 0345 010 3503 Training documents to support Bidders utilise Emptoris CCS eSourcing are available in the Contracts Finder Tender documents section.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-94967bf0-17e0-42ca-ba40-6237c7d97754
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ed2766c4-fe54-4e57-86c4-3fd18425eba9
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

38293000 - Seismic equipment

71352120 - Seismic data acquisition services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£150,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£149,676 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Mar 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
16 Dec 2016Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Jan 20179 years ago
Contract Period
28 Jan 2017 - 31 Mar 2017 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

GEOMATRIX EARTH SCIENCE

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