Award

RE21561 Universal Testing Machine

UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

11 Mar 2022 at 12:13

Award Notice
TenderAmendment

02 Feb 2022 at 11:11

Tender Notice
Tender

21 Jan 2022 at 20:19

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "RE21561 Universal Testing Machine" is being conducted by UK Shared Business Services Limited (UK SBS). This tender falls within the industry category of testing and measuring equipment, specifically aimed at enhancing the mechanical testing capabilities of the OPSS testing facilities located in Teddington, England. The procurement is currently at the Award stage, having been published on 21 January 2022, with bids required to be submitted by 15 February 2022. The total contract value is approximately £110,400, with a contract period set to commence on 25 February 2022 and extend until 24 February 2025. The procurement method used is an open procedure, suitable for small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in the manufacturing of testing machinery and apparatus. Companies that focus on innovation in mechanical testing equipment, particularly those with experience in developing Universal Testing Machines, would be well-suited to compete for this contract. The emphasis on mechanical properties assessment makes this a valuable opportunity for suppliers capable of meeting public sector standards in both affordability and quality. Engaging in this procurement could foster relationships with government entities, potentially leading to further contracts within the public sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

RE21561 Universal Testing Machine

Notice Description

The final date and time for the submission of bids is Tuesday 15th February 2022 at 14:00 DO NOT apply directly to the buyer. All tender information MUST be submitted through the Delta eSourcing Portal. Brief Description of Requirement The Teddington site houses OPSS testing facilities and is currently undergoing refurbishment and development in a bid to strengthen national capability and support the enforcement of construction and product safety casework, as well as the investigation and research of new and emerging product risks. Mechanical testing is an important area for OPSS product testing, helping to determine the suitability of materials/products for their intended applications. In order to fully assess mechanical regulatory requirements and emerging mechanical risks, it is essential to introduce a Universal Testing Machine (UTM) for the determination of mechanical properties of products across OPSS' catalogue. 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 as set out in the ITQ 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://www.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://www.delta-esourcing.com/ and the follow the instructions to 'Log in' Once you are logged into the system you will be able to link yourself into this procurement using the Access Code: BUEA74J3D7 Additional information: DO NOT APPLY DIRECTLY TO BUYER All submissions will be assessed in accordance with the Public Procurement Regulations that apply to this opportunity. Responses must be received by the date and time in the tender documentation; responses received outside of the deadline or not sent via the Delta eSourcing portal will not be accepted or considered by the Contracting Authority further for this opportunity. Interested organisations should ensure that they allow a sufficiency of time, prior to the deadline to allow all sections to be completed in full and any attachments to be uploaded. 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, as well as other messages and updates in relation to any specific tender event. Please note that any and all information secured outside of the messaging service, shall have no merit or worth and should not be relied upon by any organisation submitting a tender response. Please note it is your organisations 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 under no circumstances as part of your organisations participation in this opportunity, will the Contracting Authority be liable for any costs incurred by any organisation as a result. If the Contracting Authority decides to enter into a contract with any successful organisation(s), 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 your organisation in doing so. 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-bc2fdd47-d561-4a85-8319-53c2bdbd9a86
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/18ed35e4-7f6e-4cf9-bdab-29f9d903fa27
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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

38540000 - Machines and apparatus for testing and measuring

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£110,400 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£110,755 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Mar 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
15 Feb 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
24 Feb 20224 years ago
Contract Period
25 Feb 2022 - 24 Feb 2027 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
Scientific Research
Contact Email
scientificresearch@uksbs.co.uk
Contact Phone
01793 867005

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

INSTRON - A DIVISION OF ITW

Further Information

Notice Documents

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