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title: "CS19317 UKRI Bedmap Himalayas Helicopter Survey, Nepal"
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# CS19317 UKRI Bedmap Himalayas Helicopter Survey, Nepal

Buyer: UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-1e439f93-237f-4c9b-8f7c-4404981693d2

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## Summary

The procurement process titled "CS19317 UKRI Bedmap Himalayas Helicopter Survey, Nepal" was managed by UK Shared Business Services Limited. This contract, which falls under the category of research services, had its tender period ending on 31 January 2019. The contract, valued at £126,250.65, commenced on 1 February 2019 and is set to conclude on 30 November 2019. The procurement method used was a direct approach, specifically a single tender action below the threshold, indicating a streamlined process aimed at efficient sourcing.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialised in providing research services and logistical support in challenging environments. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are particularly well-suited to compete. Companies with expertise in fieldwork support, particularly those experienced in helicopter charters and permitting for survey work, can leverage this contract to expand their service offerings and establish a foothold in international projects, especially in the context of Himalayan research expeditions.

## Notice

This is for fieldwork support for BAS Bedmap Himalayas Helicopter Survey, Nepal. The service being purchased is for the combined permitting and helicopter charter for survey work in Nepal.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1a825d41-09f4-4eb8-ace7-2aed6821b4d3 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Single tender action (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 19 Dec 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 31 Jan 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 31 Jan 2019 |
| Contract period | 1 Feb 2019 - 30 Nov 2019 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £126,250 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £126,250 |
| 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 | THE HIMALAYAN RESEARCH EXPEDITIONS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73110000 - Research services

## Release History

- 19 Dec 2019 at 15:51 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1a825d41-09f4-4eb8-ace7-2aed6821b4d3

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1a825d41-09f4-4eb8-ace7-2aed6821b4d3
  19th December 2019 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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