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title: "CS21580 Research and Technology Organisations (RTO) Tender Transforming Foundation Industries (TFI)"
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# CS21580 Research and Technology Organisations (RTO) Tender Transforming Foundation Industries (TFI)

Buyer: UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-2938f653-4718-4e32-bd0c-5b76f8d42854

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## Summary

The UK Shared Business Services Limited (UK SBS) is overseeing the procurement process for the "CS21580 Research and Technology Organisations (RTO) Tender Transforming Foundation Industries (TFI)." This initiative, which falls under the research and development services and consultancy services category, aims to engage small and medium-sized enterprises in the Foundation Industries sector with the goal of facilitating their navigation through the innovation landscape. The tender period closed on 14th March 2022, and the contract is set to commence on 8th April 2022, lasting until 6th January 2023, with a contract value of £80,000. The procurement method employed is an open procedure below threshold, allowing widespread participation in the bidding process.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in consultancy, innovation support, and research and technology services, particularly those that focus on assisting SMEs in the Foundation Industries. Companies that have experience in grant funding advisory services, as well as research and technology organisations that can provide tailored support programs, will be well-positioned to compete for this contract. The nature of the programme suggests a collaborative approach, inviting businesses to not only deliver individual support but also to work within a network to share insights and develop innovative solutions. Engaging with this contract can help establish valuable relationships and open doors to future collaborations within the innovation sector.

## Notice

The final date and time for the submission of bids is Monday 14th March 2022 at 14:00 DO NOT apply directly to the buyer. All tender information MUST be submitted through the Delta eSourcing Portal. Brief Description of Requirement UKRI are seeking business engagement with small and medium sized Foundation Industries businesses to guide them through the innovation landscape. We are specifically looking to target Foundation Industry companies who are new to grant funding. Applications can be from research and technology organisations (RTOs), research organisations (ROs) and consultants. The programme of support could be new and innovative, or based upon existing programmes and tailored to the needs of the Foundation Industries. UKRI are looking for a 9 month programme to provide Foundation Industries SMEs with a platform for innovation advice, by supporting businesses individually, or as a cohort approach to share learnings and develop a network 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 as set out in the ITQ 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://www.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://www.delta-esourcing.com/ and the follow the instructions to 'Log in' Once you are logged into the system you will be able to link yourself into this procurement using the Access Code: 579T4T6TMX Additional information: DO NOT APPLY DIRECTLY TO BUYER All submissions will be assessed in accordance with the Public Procurement Regulations that apply to this opportunity. Responses must be received by the date and time in the tender documentation; responses received outside of the deadline or not sent via the Delta eSourcing portal will not be accepted or considered by the Contracting Authority further for this opportunity. Interested organisations should ensure that they allow a sufficiency of time, prior to the deadline to allow all sections to be completed in full and any attachments to be uploaded. 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, as well as other messages and updates in relation to any specific tender event. Please note that any and all information secured outside of the messaging service, shall have no merit or worth and should not be relied upon by any organisation submitting a tender response. Please note it is your organisations 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 under no circumstances as part of your organisations participation in this opportunity, will the Contracting Authority be liable for any costs incurred by any organisation as a result. If the Contracting Authority decides to enter into a contract with any successful organisation(s), 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 your organisation in doing so. 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

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7e2f3f94-d808-408e-bbb6-a7a9a2282275 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 7 Apr 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 14 Mar 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 25 Mar 2022 |
| Contract period | 7 Apr 2022 - 6 Jan 2023 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £80,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £74,937 |
| 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 | CARBON LIMITING TECHNOLOGIES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services
- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services
- 79410000 - Business and management consultancy services

## Release History

- 7 Apr 2022 at 14:56 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7e2f3f94-d808-408e-bbb6-a7a9a2282275
- 18 Feb 2022 at 09:25 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cd36812a-4800-45dd-baa2-ce3f681fdb40

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7e2f3f94-d808-408e-bbb6-a7a9a2282275
  7th April 2022 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cd36812a-4800-45dd-baa2-ce3f681fdb40
  18th February 2022 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/4ea7d754-ed34-4c45-8fbf-627bf092beab
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/dd198b67-9360-49db-a9c0-d37958c05427
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/ccc8221f-8f21-4e55-a3c3-0c3c917627ff
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/9b8031b0-ef83-4929-8b4a-453141596aa9
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com
  Delta eSourcing Portal
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/SupplierAttachment/4f2d997c-10f9-462f-8ae4-9641721ac4c2

## Notice URLs

- http://www.uksbs.co.uk
- http://www.uksbs.co.uk/services/procure/contracts/Pages/default.aspx
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/

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