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title: "A cored borehole at Mochras, NW Wales, for the Early Jurassic Earth System and Timescale (JET) international science project"
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# A cored borehole at Mochras, NW Wales, for the Early Jurassic Earth System and Timescale (JET) international science project

Buyer: UNIVERSITY OF EXETER  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-3124caa1-6d7b-4fec-857a-e6fc3b829c88

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## Summary

The University of Exeter is currently conducting a tender for the project titled "A cored borehole at Mochras, NW Wales, for the Early Jurassic Earth System and Timescale (JET) international science project." This opportunity falls under the industry category of test drilling and boring work, and is slated to conclude on 5th May 2017, with the contract period commencing the following day and lasting until 7th May 2017. The tender process is classed as a works procurement, with specific requirements for the drilling and coring spread outlined in the available tender documents.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in drilling and exploration work, particularly those that are small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) or voluntary community and social enterprises (VCSEs). Companies capable of providing high-quality, continuous core samples from depths exceeding 550 m will find this contract especially relevant. Engaging in this procurement process can help businesses expand their operational capabilities and enhance their portfolio through participation in a notable international science initiative.

## Notice

The UNIVERSITY requires a drilling and coring spread capable of open hole drilling between 0-550 m and collect high quality, high percentage continuous core between 550 m and 1930 m below the ground. The scientific objectives and locations are detailed in the following Appendix B. Please refer to the ITT documents.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c128994a-fd88-4ec2-a832-74ae547ced45 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not applicable |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 3 Apr 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 5 May 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 5 May 2017 - 7 May 2017 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| 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 | UNIVERSITY OF EXETER |
| Locality | EXETER |
| Post town | Exeter |
| Postcode | EX4 4QH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK4 Devon |
| ITL 3 | TLK43 Devon CC |
| Local authority | Exeter |
| Electoral ward | Duryard and St James |
| Westminster constituency | Exeter |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45120000 - Test drilling and boring work
- 45255500 - Drilling and exploration work

## Release History

- 3 Apr 2017 at 15:00 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c128994a-fd88-4ec2-a832-74ae547ced45

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c128994a-fd88-4ec2-a832-74ae547ced45
  3rd April 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/app/rfq/rwlentrance_s.asp?PID=19676&B=EXETER
  Please see tender documents available via the above link.
- https://uk.eu-supply.com/ctm/Company/CompanyInformation/Index/53042
  User / Company

## Notice URLs

- http://www.exeter.ac.uk

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