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

Buyer: UK RESEARCH AND INNOVATION  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-0cbb1cfa-59a5-4339-9327-56e3d28ec9d8

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## Summary

The procurement process involves UK Research and Innovation seeking tenders for the project titled "Bunker to Cave steel shielding." This contract falls under the construction industry category, specifically focusing on structural steelworks, and is located in Swindon, East of England. The tender is currently in the active stage and is being executed through an open procurement method. Interested bidders should note that the deadline for submission is 1st June 2021, with the contract period commencing on 11th June 2021 and concluding on 30th September 2021. The project has an estimated value of £500,000, with a minimum value of £100,000.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) within the construction sector, particularly those specialising in structural steelworks or radiation shielding solutions. Businesses with expertise in assembling component structures would be particularly well-suited to compete for this contract. The procurement may allow successful bidders to expand their portfolios and establish long-term relationships with a prominent contracting authority, enhancing their visibility in the public procurement market.

## Notice

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/ad0194c8-8dfc-448c-9521-349350132941 |
| 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 | 18 May 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 1 Jun 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 10 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

- 18 May 2021 at 08:05 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ad0194c8-8dfc-448c-9521-349350132941

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ad0194c8-8dfc-448c-9521-349350132941
  18th May 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-GB-Swindon:-Bunker-to-Cave-steel-shielding/VHK9R9M69P
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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