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UK SBS PR17186 Gravity Meter

UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED

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Award

06 Mar 2018 at 14:16

Award Notice
Tender

21 Dec 2017 at 11:12

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process, initiated by UK Shared Business Services Limited, is for the supply of a Gravity Meter as part of the equipment for the RRS Sir David Attenborough, a cutting-edge polar research vessel. The tender titled "UK SBS PR17186 Gravity Meter" is classified under the goods category, specifically focusing on geological and gravity geophysical instruments. The tender period closed on 12th February 2018, and the contract is set to commence on 15th March 2018, running until 30th September 2018. The procurement was conducted using an open procedure, allowing broader participation.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly those specialising in manufacturing geological compasses and gravity measurement instruments. Companies with experience in supplying advanced scientific equipment or those offering innovative solutions in geophysical measurement will find this procurement relevant. The emphasis on the supply for a prominent research vessel adds prestige, making the contract an attractive prospect for SMEs looking to expand their presence in the scientific community.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

UK SBS PR17186 Gravity Meter

Notice Description

THIS TENDER CLOSES ON 12th February 2018 @ 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, British Antarctic Survey have a requirement for a Gravity Meter. Construction has begun on the RRS Sir David Attenborough - one of the most advanced polar research vessels in the world. From 2018 scientists researching oceans, ice and atmosphere will have access to state-of-the-art facilities on this floating laboratory. The RRS Sir David Attenborough has a dedicated gravity meter room on-board. As part of the remit of the shipyard a wooden plinth 1200 x 1500 x 150mm thick will be installed within the gravity meter room. The plinth is positioned to allow comfortable access to at least three sides for servicing of the gravity platform. 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.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-e1c0d3c9-6d23-462a-997b-9641059dcc24
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/116f2560-963f-4b2c-b265-06b8381c4e05
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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

38210000 - Geological compasses

38240000 - Gravity geophysical instruments

38280000 - Gravimeters

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£270,700 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Mar 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
12 Feb 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
6 Mar 20187 years ago
Contract Period
7 Mar 2018 - 30 Sep 2018 6-12 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

DYNAMIC GRAVITY SYSTEMS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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