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UK SBS IT 18163 Delivering the UK Component of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) Data Distribution Centre (DDC)

UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED

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Award

19 Feb 2019 at 09:44

Award Notice
Tender

10 Jul 2018 at 10:32

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by UK Shared Business Services Limited involves a contract titled "UK SBS IT 18163 Delivering the UK Component of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) Data Distribution Centre (DDC)." This contract falls under the IT services industry category, specifically focusing on consulting, software development, internet, and support. The procurement stage is currently complete, with the contract awarded on 27th September 2018, following a tender period that ended on 16th August 2018. The contract duration spans from 4th September 2018 to 3rd March 2020, with applications assessed under the Public Contracts Regulations 2015. The primary delivery location is in London, United Kingdom, and the procurement method utilised was an open procedure, suitable for all interested suppliers.

This tender presents considerable opportunities for businesses focused on IT services, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that provide solutions for data management and digital platform services. Companies with expertise in developing and managing data distribution systems, especially those familiar with scientific or environmental data, would be particularly well-suited to compete. The requirement for a competent supplier to manage the UK aspects of the IPCC’s Data Distribution Centre indicates that businesses capable of handling complex web hosting and data accessibility projects may significantly benefit from participation in such tenders, potentially leading to long-term partnerships with public sector organisations.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

UK SBS IT 18163 Delivering the UK Component of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) Data Distribution Centre (DDC)

Notice Description

*This contract has now been awarded on a 18 month contract with an option to extend for a 9 month period from* Closing date and time for Bidder to submit their response ('the deadline'): 16/08/2018 @ 14:00hrs BST. BEIS is looking for a supplier to undertake Management of the UK element of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change's (IPCC) Data Distribution Centre (DDC) which provides access to modelling and scenario data used by the IPCC. The contractor will take responsibility for managing the UK aspects of the existing DDC site, including hosting a website through which the DDC data is accessed. All submissions will be assessed in accordance with the Public Contracts Regulations 2015, for procurement values that exceed Regulation 5 (Threshold amounts). This procurement will be managed electronically via the Crown Commercial Service's e-Sourcing Suite. To participate in this procurement, participants shall first be registered on the e-Sourcing Suite. If Bidders have not yet registered on the eSourcing Suite, this can be done online at https://gpsesourcing.cabinetoffice.gov.uk/emptoris by following the link 'Supplier eSourcing Registration'. Please note that, to register, Bidders 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. Note: registration may take some time please ensure that you allow a sufficient amount of time to register. Full instructions for registration and use of the system can be found at https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/esourcin g-tool-guidance-for-suppliers Once you have registered on the e-Sourcing 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; Your organisations full name as a registered supplier; the name and contact details for the registered individual sending the email. Crown Commercial Service (CCS) 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. 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 applicable to this opportunity. For technical assistance on use of the e-Sourcing Suite please contact Crown Commercial Service (CCS) Helpdesk (Not UK SBS Ltd ) : Freephone: 0345 0103503email: eenablement@crowncommercial.gov.uk Training support to respond to a requirement is available to bidders at Additional information: 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 the candidates. 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. UK Shared Business Services Ltd wishes to establish an agreement for use by the following UK public sector bodies (and any future successors to these organisations) Department for Business, Energy & Industrial Strategy. UK Shared Business Services Ltd are able to accept unstructured electronic invoicing. Information and formalities necessary for evaluating if requirements are met: All submissions will be assessed in accordance with the Public Contracts Regulations 2015, for procurement values that exceed Regulation 5 (Threshold amounts) Closing date and time for Bidder to request RFP documents: 15/08/2018 @ 14:00hrs BST Closing date and time for Bidder to submit their response ('the deadline'): 16/08/2018 @ 14:00hrs BST This contract has not been sub-divided into lots as there is only one delivery location and therefore lots are not appropriate.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-a2842808-1961-4b69-a712-6fd520817bae
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5a24aff2-de4a-4bf5-bf54-0fee97094a5f
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 (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

CPV Codes

72000000 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£148,549 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Feb 20197 years ago
Submission Deadline
16 Aug 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
26 Sep 20187 years ago
Contract Period
30 Sep 2018 - 16 Dec 2020 2-3 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
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
TLI London
Local Authority
Swindon
Electoral Ward
Rodbourne Cheney
Westminster Constituency
Swindon North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

UK RESEARCH AND INNOVATION

Further Information

Notice Documents

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