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title: "UK SBS PR17012 2 x Generic Instrument Modules"
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# UK SBS PR17012 2 x Generic Instrument Modules

Buyer: UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-2b1f5cf3-e5cd-449b-82d9-260f38c28711

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## Summary

The UK Shared Business Services Limited is seeking to procure two Generic Instrument Modules as part of a tender identified as UK SBS PR17012. This procurement falls under the industry category of miscellaneous engineering services, with a minimum contract value of £90,000 and a total value of £110,000. The procurement method is an open procedure, with the tender period closing on 7th March 2017, and contract delivery is required within 40 days post-component receipt to the National Oceanography Centre in Southampton (SO14 3ZH). The contract will commence on 15th March 2017 and run until 14th March 2018.

This tender presents significant opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) engaged in engineering and oceanographic services. Businesses capable of assembling and testing oceanographic instruments, particularly those with resources for deep-water deployment, would find themselves well-positioned to compete. With optional workspace at the Marine Robotic Systems Innovation Centre available for rent, organisations looking to leverage technical capabilities in this specialised field may find this tender particularly advantageous for growth in innovation and service delivery.

## Notice

Assembly of two EMSO Generic Instrument Modules: Assembly and testing of two oceanographic instrument modules, including construction of the frame, capable of deployment in deep water at European Multidisciplinary Seafloor and water column Observatory (EMSO) locations. A prototype EMSO Generic Instrument Module (EGIM) is currently undergoing shallow water testing. The bidder will assemble two replicates of the prototype module to house a selection of instruments provided. The replicated modules will be capable of deployment in water depths to 5000 m for periods of more than 1 year between servicing. Components are procured in advance and the bidder will take receipt of the components from NOC, assemble and test the systems in accordance with accompanying dry- and wet-test acceptance guidelines. Engineering drawings and related documentation will be provided. Delivery of two pressure-qualified EGIMs and accompanying dry- and wet-test acceptance reports must be completed and delivered within 40 days of receiving the components for validation prior to deployments of sensor modules anticipated in the latter half of 2017. Delivery will be to NOC, Southampton, SO14 3ZH. The possibility exists for the bidder to make use of 25 square metre work space at the National Oceanography Centre's Marine Robotic Systems Innovation Centre (MARSIC) for approximately PS2170 per month. Cost excludes the use of tools and machinery. At additional cost the testing facilities including large and small pressure test chambers can be accessed. Example technical drawings of the completed EGIM can be found in the attachments. DO NOT APPLY DIRECTLY TO THE BUYER If you have not yet registered on the eSourcing Suite, this can be done online at https://gpssourcing.cabinetoffice.gov.uk by following the link "Register for CCS eSourcing". Please note that, to register, you must have a valid DUNS number (as provided by Dun and Bradstreet) for the organisation you are registering, who will be entering into a contract if invited to do so. Once you have registered on the eSourcing Suite, a registered user can express an interest for a specific procurement. This is done by emailing ExpressionOfInterest@crowncommercial.gov.uk. Your email must clearly state: the name and reference for the procurement you wish to register for; the name of the registered Bidder; and the name and contact details for the registered individual sending the email. Crown Commercial Service will process the email and then enable the bidder to access the procurement online via the e-Sourcing Suite. The registered user will receive a notification email to alert them once this has been done. The Sourcing documents can then be assessed on the eSourcing Suite at: https://gpsesourcing.cabinetoffice.gov.uk using the instructions detailed.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3401358f-fe67-4f70-acdb-7260f548046d |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 21 Mar 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 7 Mar 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 2 Apr 2017 |
| Contract period | 3 Apr 2017 - 3 Apr 2018 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £110,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £90,000 |
| 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 | SEA |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71330000 - Miscellaneous engineering services
- 71350000 - Engineering-related scientific and technical services

## Release History

- 21 Mar 2018 at 10:19 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3401358f-fe67-4f70-acdb-7260f548046d
- 14 Feb 2017 at 16:29 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/25bedea1-cd67-4740-939e-6bac1de78d30

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3401358f-fe67-4f70-acdb-7260f548046d
  21st March 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/25bedea1-cd67-4740-939e-6bac1de78d30
  14th February 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/441d50ca-c182-45cb-bef5-3dd3e759b6f9
  Example technical drawings of the completed EGIM
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/dba01a86-0643-4df0-8dd3-e66d3ca2b1ac
  EGIM Description

## Notice URLs

- https://gpsesourcing.cabinetoffice.gov.uk
- https://gpssourcing.cabinetoffice.gov.uk

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