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title: "GSS24556 - Engineering Equipment"
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# GSS24556 - Engineering Equipment

Buyer: UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-0958b23a-b371-4c04-93ba-4bd2f0d01166

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## Summary

The procurement process for the contract titled "GSS24556 - Engineering Equipment" was conducted by UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) and has now reached the award stage. The contracting authority, UK Shared Business Services Limited, based in Swindon, managed the procurement of engineering equipment classified under "Engineering services" (CPV code: 71300000). The project has a budget of GBP 18,664.24, and the location for delivery is the United Kingdom. Key dates include the tender period ending on 29 July 2024, and the contract running from 31 July 2024 to 29 November 2024. The procurement method used was a limited, competitive quotation (below threshold), aimed especially at small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs).

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in engineering equipment, particularly SMEs that can provide innovative and cost-effective solutions within competitive quotations. The awarded supplier is Frazer-Nash (Midhurst) Limited, an SME, highlighting the potential for small businesses to secure such contracts. Enterprises capable of delivering high-quality engineering services and looking to expand their portfolio within the public sector may find similar future opportunities with UKRI or the UK Shared Business Services Limited, making this an excellent case study for suitable businesses aiming to scale up through public procurement channels.

## Notice

***Please note this is an award notice, not a call for competition*** UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) had a requirement for Engineering Equipment. This procurement has been concluded via a Competitive Quotation (below threshold)

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a8876e8f-5683-4e2f-baf9-be0da375fd67 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Competitive quotation (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 9 Aug 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 28 Jul 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 30 Jul 2024 |
| Contract period | 30 Jul 2024 - 29 Nov 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £18,664 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £18,664 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED |
| Locality | SWINDON |
| Post town | Swindon |
| Postcode | SN2 1FF |
| 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 |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | FRAZER-NASH (MIDHURST |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71300000 - Engineering services

## Release History

- 9 Aug 2024 at 08:37 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a8876e8f-5683-4e2f-baf9-be0da375fd67

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a8876e8f-5683-4e2f-baf9-be0da375fd67
  9th August 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/86201cf4-595b-4303-8835-767dfe787b85

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