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title: "GB-Swindon: UKRI-1520 Loki Bunker to Cave steel shielding"
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# GB-Swindon: UKRI-1520 Loki Bunker to Cave steel shielding

Buyer: UK RESEARCH AND INNOVATION  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-0278c56b-afe6-4496-aa69-77527aa6149a

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## Summary

The UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) is currently undertaking a public procurement process for the assembly of structural steelworks for the Loki Bunker to Cave project in Swindon, United Kingdom. This tender, titled "GB-Swindon: UKRI-1520 Loki Bunker to Cave steel shielding," is in the active stage of procurement, specifically in the tender phase, with a deadline for submission set for 11 June 2021 at 16:00. The estimated contract value ranges from £100,000 to £500,000, with the contract period expected to commence on 21 June 2021 and conclude by 30 September 2021. The procurement method employed for this opportunity is an open procedure, allowing broad participation.

This tender presents significant opportunities for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in the construction and engineering sectors, particularly those with expertise in structural steelworks. Businesses well-suited to compete for this contract should possess capabilities in assembly and fabrication of steel components, particularly in contexts requiring stringent safety and radiation protection measures. Engaging in this procurement process can enhance market presence and facilitate growth for qualified companies within the industry.

## Notice

NOTE: This notice was updated on 09 June 2021 for the following reason: Deadline for submission Extension(Structural steelworks. UK Research and Innovation - STFC require the assembly of components for the structure relating to the main ESS bunker to cave area. The steel shielding will protect harmful levels of radiation from exiting into the experiment hall from the neutron beamline. More details can be found within Appendix A of the tender documentation.) Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/123828cf-5f75-456d-9504-436fa1daa78f |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 9 Jun 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 11 Jun 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 20 Jun 2021 - 30 Sep 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £500,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UK RESEARCH AND INNOVATION |
| Locality | SWINDON |
| Post town | Swindon |
| Postcode | SN2 1FL |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire |
| ITL 3 | TLK71 Swindon |
| Local authority | Swindon |
| Electoral ward | Rodbourne Cheney |
| Westminster constituency | Swindon North |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45223210 - Structural steelworks

## Release History

- 9 Jun 2021 at 15:25 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/123828cf-5f75-456d-9504-436fa1daa78f
- 4 Jun 2021 at 10:55 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/123828cf-5f75-456d-9504-436fa1daa78f

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/123828cf-5f75-456d-9504-436fa1daa78f
  9th June 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/respondToList.html?noticeId=599751089
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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