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UK SBS SSADDaT19042 BAS Satellite link bandwidth lease

UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process concerns the contract for the provision of an Internet Satellite link lease to the KEP research station, managed by UK Shared Business Services Limited. The contract, titled "UK SBS SSADDaT19042 BAS Satellite link bandwidth lease," falls under the industry category of satellite communications equipment. Located in Swindon, England, the procurement stage is now complete, with a contract period spanning from April 1, 2019, to March 31, 2021. It was awarded under a direct procurement method, specifically a Single Tender Action, with a total contract value of £113,876.89.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses in the satellite communications services sector, particularly those specialising in bandwidth leasing and satellite technology. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that can offer competitive service solutions and have the capability to fulfil the technical requirements are well-positioned to engage in similar future contracts. The specific needs outlined by UK Research and Innovation for ongoing satellite connectivity will likely lead to further opportunities in this niche market.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

UK SBS SSADDaT19042 BAS Satellite link bandwidth lease

Notice Description

***Modification of the Contract*** Contract Variation 004 - The contract has been extended by US $11,100.00 excluding VAT. Modification of the Contract has been made in accordance with Regulation 72 (1) (c) Contract Variation 003 - The contract has been extended by US $14,820.00 excluding VAT. Modification of the Contract has been made in accordance with Regulation 72 (1) (c) Contract Variation 002 - The contract has been extended by US $14,820.00 excluding VAT. Modification of the Contract has been made in accordance with Regulation 72 (1) (c) of The Public Contracts Regulations (PCR) 2015. Contract Variation 001 - The contract has been extended by US $25,935.00 excluding VAT. Modification of the Contract has been made in accordance with Regulation 72(1)(b)(i) of The Public Contracts Regulations (PCR) 2015. ***Modification of the Contract*** ***PLEASE NOTE THIS IS AN AWARD NOTICE, NOT A CALL FOR COMPETITION*** UK Research and Innovation - British Antarctic Survey had a requirement for the provision of Internet Satellite link lease to KEP research station for a period of two years. The Contract was awarded under the Single Sourcing Action (SSA) process in line with regulation 32 (2)(b)(ii) where competition is absent for technical reasons.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-cd3daa30-1c7e-4f50-94ca-5e5197697585
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d6365c24-f702-4b44-b7a2-014dbcd4b4b9
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Single tender action (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

32531000 - Satellite communications equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£113,876 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£113,876 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Jan 20215 years ago
Submission Deadline
28 Mar 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Mar 20196 years ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2019 - 31 Mar 2021 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
Not specified
Local Authority
Swindon
Electoral Ward
Rodbourne Cheney
Westminster Constituency
Swindon North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

COMMSYSTEMS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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