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title: "GB-Didcot: UKRI-1641 R1 Vulcan Floor"
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# GB-Didcot: UKRI-1641 R1 Vulcan Floor

Buyer: UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-1d5f24eb-9183-41ee-99a6-81ff4e86b015

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## Summary

The UK Research & Innovation (UKRI) is seeking contractors for the "UKRI-1641 R1 Vulcan Floor" project located in Didcot, South East England. The procurement is currently in the Tender stage, with the deadline for submissions set for 7th September 2021. This opportunity falls under construction work within the procurement method classified as an open procedure, with an estimated value between £70,000 and £100,000 excluding VAT. The contract period is expected to commence on 20th September 2021 and conclude by 30th November 2021.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) engaged in construction services, particularly those with experience in concrete works and environmental management. Businesses that specialise in groundwork, demolition, and installation of structural components would be particularly well-suited to compete. Companies looking to establish or expand their presence in the public sector construction market should consider this opportunity advantageous for growth and reputation enhancement.

## Notice

The Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC), a component Research Council of UK Research and Innovation (UKRI), is a world-leading multi-disciplinary science organisation, whose goal is to deliver economic, societal, scientific and international benefits to the UK and its people - and more broadly to the world. STFC (UKRI) have a requirement for a contractor to carry out the removal and replacement of the R1 Vulcan Floor. A new 1m thick RC ground bearing concrete slab is required to support then new chamber. The existing 300mm thick slab will need to be carefully cut out and removed to allow for sufficient working space to install the new slab, and to dowel a new 1m thick RC slab and create new service trenches. All work that causes noise and/or vibration is to be completed between the 20th September 2021 - 1st October 2021. Full technical details can be found within the tender documentation. Please note, the estimated value of the opportunity is: PS70K - PS100K ex-VAT. For more information about this opportunity, please visit the Delta eSourcing portal at: https://ukri.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-GB-Didcot:-UKRI-1641-R1-Vulcan-Floor/47Y87934ZH To respond to this opportunity, please click here: https://ukri.delta-esourcing.com/respond/47Y87934ZH 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/46ac29d3-830f-49c7-8d81-9ac464d89e05 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 Aug 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 7 Sep 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 19 Sep 2021 - 30 Nov 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £100,000 |
| 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 & INNOVATION |
| 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 | TLJ South East (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45000000 - Construction work

## Release History

- 20 Aug 2021 at 10:45 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/46ac29d3-830f-49c7-8d81-9ac464d89e05

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/46ac29d3-830f-49c7-8d81-9ac464d89e05
  20th August 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-GB-Didcot:-UKRI-1641-R1-Vulcan-Floor/47Y87934ZH
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

## Notice URLs

- https://ukri.delta-esourcing.com/respond/47Y87934ZH
- https://ukri.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-GB-Didcot:-UKRI-1641-R1-Vulcan-Floor/47Y87934ZH

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