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UK SBS PR16084 Earth Observation and Instrumentation Programme

UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

20 Mar 2018 at 10:23

Award Notice
Tender

18 Nov 2016 at 20:17

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The UK Shared Business Services Ltd, acting on behalf of the UK Space Agency, has initiated a service contract titled "UK SBS PR16084 Earth Observation and Instrumentation Programme." This programme focuses on the development of Earth Observation instrumentation and is classified under research and development services. The procurement process is currently at the award stage with an active contract valued at £2,000,000. The contract period runs from 1st October 2016 to 30th September 2021, and the procurement method employed is an open procedure, accessible to various suppliers, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The tender period concluded on 17th June 2016.

This procurement presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in research and development and technology sectors, particularly those with expertise in satellite instrumentation and Earth observation technologies. Companies that can effectively demonstrate their capability in innovation and collaboration—especially in relation to the UK Space Agency's initiatives—are well-suited to compete for future contracts. Engaging in this programme can also lead to further ventures within the expanding space and data analytics industries.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

UK SBS PR16084 Earth Observation and Instrumentation Programme

Notice Description

Earth observation satellites provide critical information on essential atmospheric Oceanic and terrestrial climate variables. The key components which enable the satellites to do this are the on-board instrumentation packages. UK Shared Business Services Ltd as the Contracting Authority is putting in place a service contract on behalf of UK Space Agency. The UK Space Agency (UKSA) has a requirement to define, let and manage the Earth Observation Instrumentation Programme. The programme will focus on two key areas: 1. Earth Observation (EO) Instrumentation Development through the management and promotion of the established CEOI brand (http://www.ceoi.ac.uk/) and its associated aims 2. Added Value Programme which is scalable depending on; the success and benefits of continuation of activities undertaken under the EO Programme; knowledge and skills transfer opportunities Additional information: The section below will provide instructions on how to submit a bid for this procurement The instructions are as follows; UK Shared Business Services eSourcing 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@ccs.gsi.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.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-a2b4c0a1-adc9-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/eda1dc3d-66cb-4500-8c22-1e43606eeada
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

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£2,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£2,000,000 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Mar 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
17 Jun 2016Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Jul 20169 years ago
Contract Period
30 Sep 2016 - 30 Sep 2021 Over 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
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
TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Swindon
Electoral Ward
Rodbourne Cheney
Westminster Constituency
Swindon North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

UNIVERSITY OF LEICESTER

Further Information

Notice Documents

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