--- title: "UKRI - RE20337 - Hybrid circuits for Atlas Upgrade" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-1e381ca4-0fdd-4968-a1a9-0b5a142cf954" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-1e381ca4-0fdd-4968-a1a9-0b5a142cf954" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-1e381ca4-0fdd-4968-a1a9-0b5a142cf954.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-1e381ca4-0fdd-4968-a1a9-0b5a142cf954.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED" published: "2020-09-08" --- # UKRI - RE20337 - Hybrid circuits for Atlas Upgrade Buyer: UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-1e381ca4-0fdd-4968-a1a9-0b5a142cf954 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-1e381ca4-0fdd-4968-a1a9-0b5a142cf954) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-1e381ca4-0fdd-4968-a1a9-0b5a142cf954.json) ## Summary The procurement process involves UK Shared Business Services Ltd (UK SBS) acting on behalf of UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) to acquire several thousand hybrid circuits for an Atlas Upgrade project. The tender, titled "UKRI - RE20337 - Hybrid circuits for Atlas Upgrade," is classified under the electrical circuits category and falls within the supplies contract category. This open procurement process is being conducted under the Open OJEU procedure regulations, with a submission deadline of 1st September 2020 at 11:00 am. Contracts are to be delivered to a postal code in Liverpool (L69 7ZE), and the successful contract is expected to start on 13th October 2020, extending until 13th November 2023. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly those specialising in the manufacturing of electrical circuits and related technologies. Enterprises with capabilities in creating complex custom-built electronic components, especially suppliers of four-layer flex circuits, would be well-positioned to compete. As the contract requires significant quantities and involves strict delivery timelines, companies that can meet the high standards and specifications outlined in the tender are encouraged to engage through the Delta eSourcing Portal, ensuring their responses are submitted promptly as per the established guidelines. ## Notice **Please note, This procurement procedure did not result in a contract award as no suitable offers were made** The final date and time for the submission of bids is Tuesday 1st September 2020 at 11:00am. DO NOT apply directly to the buyer. All tender information MUST be submitted through the Delta eSourcing Portal. Brief Description of Requirement UK Shared Business Services Ltd (UK SBS) on behalf of UK Research and Innovation (UKRI), wishes to establish a Contract for the purchase of several thousand Hybrid circuits for Atlas Upgrade (plus an optional extra for a noncommittal additional 20% to be ordered within the lifespan of the contract) as per the specification below. UK SBS is managing this procurement process in accordance with the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 (as may be amended from time to time) (the "Regulations"). This is a Supplies Contract being procured under the Open OJEU Procedure regulations. This RFP sets out details of the Contract and expectations of any successful supplier. This Contract will be awarded to a sole supplier. An additional tender will be held for the SMD population of these circuits, the winning bidder of each tender will be required to work together ensuring the production schedule in maintained. Scope This specification covers the procurement of several thousand Hybrid circuits for Atlas Upgrade - CERN. The custom-built circuit requirements are of 2 separate designs, Hybrid x (14508 units plus an optional 20%) and Hybrid y (5177 unit plus an optional 20%) of which 500-600 boards are to be delivered per month within 2 months of award. The circuits come as 4-layer flexes using the DuPont Pyralux family of materials, with a mix of micro-vias and precision non-plated through-holes. The circuits are to be fabricated in accordance to IPC-6011/6013 Class 3, their material usage and stack-up as per specification. Please ensure you review all attached information to ensure a full understanding of this requirement. All attachments can be found with the Document Uploads tab within the Delta eSourcing Portal. This contract will be awarded based on the evaluation criteria set out in the RFP document. How to Apply UK Shared Business Services Ltd (UK SBS) will be using the Delta eSourcing Portal for this procurement. To register on the Delta eSourcing portal please use the link https://uksbs.delta-esourcing.com and follow the instructions to register. If you are already registered on the Delta eSourcing Portal and wish to participate in this procurement, please use the link: https://uksbs.delta-esourcing.com and the follow the instructions to 'Login' Once you are logged into the system you will be able to link yourself into this procurement using the Access Code: 96DF7CSKSJ Please disregard any content in this notice that requests your organisation "to apply directly to the buyer" as this unfortunately a system generated error. Additional information: ***This procurement procedure did not result in a contract award as no suitable offers were made*** DO NOT APPLY DIRECTLY TO BUYER All submissions will be assessed in accordance with the Public Contracts Regulations 2015, for procurement values that exceed Regulation 5 (Threshold amounts) Responses must be received by the date in the tender documentation; responses received outside of the deadline or not sent via the Delta eSourcing portal will not be accepted or considered further for this opportunity. As a user of the Delta eSourcing Portal you will have access to the Delta messaging service which facilitates all messages sent to you and from you in relation to any specific tender event. Please note it is your responsibility to access these messages on a regular basis to ensure you have sight of all relevant information applicable to this opportunity. The contracting authority expressly reserves the right: i. not to award any contract as a result of the procurement process commenced by publication of this notice;and ii. to make whatever changes it may see fit to the content and structure of the procurement; and in no circumstances will the contracting authority be liable for any costs incurred by any supplier. If the contracting authority decides to enter into a contract with the successful supplier, this does not mean that there is any guarantee of subsequent contracts being awarded. Any expenditure, work or effort undertaken prior to contract award is accordingly a matter solely for the commercial judgement of bidders. About UK Shared Business Services UK Shared Business Services Ltd (UK SBS) brings a commercial attitude to the public sector; helping our contracting authorities to improve efficiency, generate savings and modernise. Where UK SBS is not named as the Contracting Authority within the documentation, UK SBS will be acting as an agent on behalf of the Contracting Authority. Our broad range of expert services is shared by our customers. This allows our customers the freedom to focus resources on core activities; innovating and transforming their own organisations. For full details of our partner base please review the following link: http://www.uksbs.co.uk/services/procure/contracts/Pages/default.aspx The Contracting Authority expressly reserves the right (i) not to award any contract as a result of the procurement process commenced by publication of this notice; and (ii) to make whatever changes it may see fit to the content and structure of the procurement; and in no circumstances will the Contracting Authority be liable for any costs incurred by any Supplier. If the Contracting Authority decides to enter into a Contract with the successful supplier, this does not mean that there is any guarantee of subsequent contracts being awarded. Any expenditure, work or effort undertaken prior to contract award is accordingly a ma ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/31023fbc-0f25-46ad-b533-de4a6ae15355 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 8 Sep 2020 | | Submission deadline | 1 Sep 2020 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 12 Oct 2020 - 13 Nov 2023 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £1,300,000 | | 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 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 | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting - 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses) ### Codes - 31681300 - Electrical circuits - 38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses) ## Release History - 8 Sep 2020 at 10:15 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/31023fbc-0f25-46ad-b533-de4a6ae15355 - 27 Jul 2020 at 15:59 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/31023fbc-0f25-46ad-b533-de4a6ae15355 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/31023fbc-0f25-46ad-b533-de4a6ae15355 8th September 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/ed99eec8-790a-4981-a706-bdf265af4a89 RE20337 - UKRI Precedent Goods Services Contract (High value) - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/78f4c2e8-3403-4876-a0ba-4d122940c674 RE20337 - Delta - RFP Request for Proposal - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/041cfd02-d3a2-46ed-919d-76076c3095a5 RE20337 - Delta - RFP Request for Proposal Questions - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/c0660534-4b90-4504-a061-5bef9399ad2b RE20337 - Price Schedule - https://uksbs.delta-esourcing.com Delta eSourcing Portal ## Notice URLs - http://www.uksbs.co.uk - http://www.uksbs.co.uk/services/procure/contracts/Pages/default.aspx ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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