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UKRI-2875 Site Characterisation Interpretation Support

UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION

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30 Jun 2023 at 11:05

Summary of the contracting process

The UK Research & Innovation (UKRI) has recently awarded a contract for geological consultancy services to WSP UK Ltd. The contract, titled "UKRI-2875 Site Characterisation Interpretation Support," was awarded following a negotiated procedure without prior publication. The contract involves the provision of geological services to the British Geological Survey (BGS) with a maximum value of £250,000. The procurement method used was an award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition. The contract was signed on 27th June 2023, and the procurement process is now in the award stage.

This tender for geological consultancy services presents an opportunity for businesses with expertise in geological services, particularly seismic interpretation, geological interpretation, and modelling. Companies with capabilities in providing specialized geological services may find this tender suitable for expanding their business. UK-based firms with experience in the geological consultancy industry, able to fulfil the specific requirements outlined, may consider engaging with UKRI to explore potential collaborations and business growth opportunities.

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Notice Title

UKRI-2875 Site Characterisation Interpretation Support

Notice Description

The contract was awarded following a negotiated procedure without prior publication, in accordance with regulation 32(2)(b)(ii) of the Public Contract Regulations. This requirement is for the provision of geological services to the British Geological Survey (BGS).

Lot Information

Lot 1

The requirement the provision of geological services to the British Geological Survey (BGS), services including but not limited to seismic interpretation, geological interpretation, modelling. Additional information: The maximum value of the framework agreement is PS250,000.

Options: UKRI may extend this Contract for a period of up to 24 months

Procurement Information

The contract requires significant knowledge and understanding of the project to provide a holistic approach. The supplier has intellectual property vested the project and a joint approach to this work has been developed with BGS.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-03ddd6
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/018663-2023
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71351220 - Geological consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£250,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Jun 20232 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
26 Jun 20232 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
kate.richardson@ukri.org
Contact Phone
+44 7562167366

Buyer Location

Locality
SWINDON
Postcode
SN2 1FL
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
TLF14 Nottingham

Local Authority
Swindon
Electoral Ward
Rodbourne Cheney
Westminster Constituency
Swindon North

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

WSP

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