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UK SBS PR17147 RAFOS Sound Sources

UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED

This public procurement record has 4 releases in its history.

Award

20 Mar 2018 at 10:20

TenderAmendment

09 Jan 2018 at 09:54

TenderAmendment

22 Dec 2017 at 10:45

Tender

20 Dec 2017 at 08:28

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, titled "UK SBS PR17147 RAFOS Sound Sources," is managed by UK Shared Business Services Limited and focuses on acquiring eight RAFOS submersible devices for marine research. The tender falls under the goods category, specifically related to acoustic devices, with a significant budget of £250,000. The deadline for tender submissions is set for 30th January 2018 at 14:00, and the contract period is expected to commence from 16th February 2018 until 15th May 2018. This procurement employs an open procedure, which is above the threshold, ensuring broad participation.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses engaged in the development and supply of acoustic devices, particularly those specialising in marine technology and research services. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) could find this contract especially advantageous, as the procurement specifically welcomes their participation. Companies with capabilities in manufacturing submersible devices or related technologies are well-suited to compete, allowing them to expand their business within the marine research sector.

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Notice Title

UK SBS PR17147 RAFOS Sound Sources

Notice Description

THIS TENDER CLOSES ON 30TH JANUARY 2018 AT 14:00, PLEASE DO NOT APPLY DIRECT TO THE BUYER. 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. The Natural Environment Research Council, National Oceanographic Centre, have a requirement for 8 No. RAFOS submersible devices / floats. Sound projectors which generate a swept frequency signal. Self-powered, with an accurate clock to maintain synchronisation and moored in a minimum depth of 2000m, up to 6000m, allowing real-time underwater tracking. Additional information: 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. 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. This procurement will be managed electronically via the Crown Commercial Services 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 portal this can be done online at https://gpsesourcing.cabinetoffice.gov.uk by following the 'Supplier e-Sourcing Registration'. Please note that to register Bidders must have a valid DUNS number for the organisation which you are registering. Full instructions for registration and use of the system can be found at: http://ccs.cabinetoffice.gov.uk/i-am-supplier/respondtender. Once you have registered on the e-Sourcing Suite, a registered user can express an interest for a specific procurement. If you have not done this already please follow the guidance: 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. Once this has been completed, when you log into the CSS website, please follow the attached guidance notes which will show you how to find the tenders. Full instructions for registration and use of the system can be found at: http://ccs.cabinetoffice.gov.uk/i-am-supplier/respondtender.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-ad2aae23-eba0-412b-989c-ee76e0ca1d23
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e324c71b-0fc4-44bf-938f-c28f9e629ce8
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 (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment

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

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

32342400 - Acoustic devices

38113000 - Sonars

73112000 - Marine research services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£250,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£246,200 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Mar 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
30 Jan 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
6 Mar 20187 years ago
Contract Period
13 Mar 2018 - 11 May 2018 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
Not specified
Contact Email
major.projects@uksbs.co.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

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

DEVELOGIC

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