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UKSBS PR19070 NSTF Mechanical Ground Support Equipment

UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED

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Award

07 May 2020 at 08:48

Award Notice
Tender

19 Aug 2019 at 12:21

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves UK Shared Business Services Limited seeking bids for the "UKSBS PR19070 NSTF Mechanical Ground Support Equipment" to support the National Satellite Test Facility (NSTF) located near Didcot, UK. This initiative is classified under lifting and handling equipment and falls within the open procedure for procurement, with the tender period ending on 30th September 2019. The awarded contract has a value of £2,500,000 and is set to commence from 31st December 2019 until 30th April 2021.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the fields of mechanical engineering, equipment manufacturing, and technology development, particularly those that can provide mechanical ground support equipment. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as the buyer is keen to engage suppliers that can meet the detailed technical requirements and support documentation outlined in the tender. Businesses capable of delivering innovative solutions and adhering to set compliance standards could stand to benefit from this substantial contract.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

UKSBS PR19070 NSTF Mechanical Ground Support Equipment

Notice Description

PLEASE NOTE: CLOSING TIME FOR BIDS IS 30/09/19 AT 14:00 HOURS. DO NOT APPLY DIRECTLY TO THE BUYER - PLEASE FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS PROVIDED IN THE ADDITIONAL TEXT SECTION. ----- The National Satellite Test Facility (NSTF) is a new facility for the environmental testing of complete satellites and large sub-assemblies. It is being funded by the UK Government, developed and operated by RAL Space, and will provide comprehensive space Assembly Integration and Test/Verification (AIT/AIV) facilities for both new and existing space companies. RAL Space requires a set of Mechanical Ground Support Equipment (MGSE) to install, support and align a satellite, satellite dispenser or subsystem - referred to as the Item Under Test (IUT). Support and alignment is required during thermal vacuum testing, antenna measurements, solar array deployments and antenna deployments. The work to be undertaken consists of: Develop a MGSE set satisfying the detailed technical requirements outlined. Manufacture, assemble and test the MGSE set according to agreed requirements. Develop control and measurement software (if applicable). Transport and delivery to Harwell Campus near Didcot, UK. Re-assemble the MGSE set in the NSTF building, if required. Verify the facility's functional and performance requirements in a site acceptance test campaign. Deliver relevant documentation, e.g. technical file in-line with CE marking requirements. The work is broken down into the following work packages: WP 1000: Project management and product assurance. WP 2000: Design and development. WP 3000: Procurement, manufacturing, assembly and factory acceptance. WP 4000: Development of commissioning and training plan. WP 5000: Transport, installation and site acceptance. WP 6000: N/A. The following major reviews shall be held: Preliminary Design Review (PDR) WP2000. Critical Design Review (CDR) at completion of WP2000. Factory Acceptance Test (FAT) at completion of WP3000. Site Acceptance Test (SAT) at start of WP5000. The final, formal acceptance of the system by the Contracting Authority will take place at the end of SAT. The MGSE set shall comprise of: One Loading Trolley for thermal vacuum testing; One Integration Stand to support and align the Loading Trolley; Rotation and lifting devices as required; these items are to be defined by the supplier. With an option of: One Antenna Measurement Trolley. ----- Full details may be found via the Crown Commercial Services eSourcing Suite. ----- Additional information: 1. This procurement will be managed electronically via the Crown Commercial Service's e-Sourcing Suite. Toparticipate in this procurement, participants shall first be registered on the e-Sourcing Suite. 2. If Bidders have not yet registered on the e-Sourcing Suite, this can be done online at https://gpsesourcing.cabinetoffice.gov.uk/emptoris by following the link "Supplier e-Sourcing Registration". Pleasenote that, to register, Bidders must have a valid DUNS number (as provided by Dun and Bradstreet) for the 5 / 5 organisation which you are registering, who will be entering into a contract if invited to do so. Note: registrationmay take some time please ensure that you allow a sufficient amount of time to register. Full instructions forregistration and use of the system can be found at https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/esourcing-tool-guidance-for-suppliers 3. Once you have registered on the e-Sourcing Suite, a registered user can express an interest for a specificprocurement. This is done by emailing ExpressionOfInterest@crowncommercial.gov.uk . Your email mustclearly state: the name and reference for the procurement you wish to register for; your organisation's full nameas a registered supplier; the name and contact details for the registered individual sending the email. CrownCommercial Service (CCS) will process the email and then enable the Bidder to access the procurement onlinevia the e-Sourcing Suite. 4. The registered user will receive a notification email to alert them once this has been done. 5. As a user of the e-Sourcing Suite you will have access to Emptoris email messaging service which facilitatesall messages sent to you and from you in relation to any specific RFX event. Please note it is your responsibilityto access these emails on a regular basis to ensure you have sight of all relevant information applicable to thisopportunity. 6. For technical assistance on use of the e-Sourcing Suite please contact Crown Commercial Service (CCS)Helpdesk (Not UK SBS Ltd): freephone: 0345 410 2222 and email: eenablement@crowncommercial.gov.uk 7. Training support to respond to a requirement is available to bidders at http://www.uksbs.co.uk/services/procure/Pages/supplier.aspx

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-f77fb849-79a2-430a-a17e-367a0365b608
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5874d612-b3d8-43b1-895e-a028e963b3dc
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

42 - Industrial machinery

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

42400000 - Lifting and handling equipment and parts

71300000 - Engineering services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£2,500,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£711,832 £500K-£1M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 May 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
30 Sep 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
15 Apr 20205 years ago
Contract Period
15 Apr 2020 - 30 Apr 2021 1-2 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
TLK South West (England)
Local Authority
Swindon
Electoral Ward
Rodbourne Cheney
Westminster Constituency
Swindon North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

GRADEL

Further Information

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