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GSS24873 - Float profiler with under-ice capability

UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED

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21 Nov 2024 at 09:27

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Summary of the contracting process

UK Shared Business Services Limited has completed the procurement process for the supply of a Float profiler with under-ice capability, classified under underwater exploration services. This competitive quotation process, below the threshold, has resulted in a contract with NKE Instrumentation. The project, starting from 20th November 2024 and ending on 28th February 2025, is situated in the United Kingdom and valued at £35,915.04. This award was published on 21st November 2024, and the procurement followed a limited method, specifically aimed at small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the underwater exploration industry, particularly those specialising in advanced marine instrumentation. SMEs with the capability to develop and supply sophisticated under-ice exploration technology would find this contract a strong fit. The targeted procurement method ensures fair competition among smaller companies, fostering innovation and business growth in specialised marine research services. UK Shared Business Services Limited, located in Swindon, England, acted as the main buyer, highlighting their ongoing commitment to supporting SMEs in technical and scientific procurement projects.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

GSS24873 - Float profiler with under-ice capability

Notice Description

** This is not a call for competition** This requirement was awarded following a competitive quotation process. The requirement is for the supply of Float profiler with under-ice capability for UK Research and Innovation

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-c97f7b0f-3e4c-4163-b1f0-afca7782189b
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b6e5136d-8f6d-4bf3-bc20-6ab99d13756e
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Competitive quotation (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

71351924 - Underwater exploration services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£35,915 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£35,915 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Nov 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
19 Nov 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
20 Nov 20241 years ago
Contract Period
20 Nov 2024 - 28 Feb 2025 1-6 months
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
Not specified
Local Authority
Swindon
Electoral Ward
Rodbourne Cheney
Westminster Constituency
Swindon North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

NKE INSTRUMENTATION

Further Information

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