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title: "UKRI RE20317 Micro pulse lidar for observations of clouds and aerosols"
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# UKRI RE20317 Micro pulse lidar for observations of clouds and aerosols

Buyer: UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-4c87c718-2925-420b-83a9-177d87d7136f

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## Summary

The procurement process for the UKRI RE20317 contract, titled "Micro pulse lidar for observations of clouds and aerosols," is managed by UK Shared Business Services Limited, located in Swindon, England. This contract falls within the goods category, specifically focusing on precipitation or evaporation surface observing apparatus. The procurement method adopted is an open procedure, with bids having to be submitted through the Delta eSourcing Portal by 18th August 2020, at 14:00, preceding the contract period that begins on 1st September 2020 and concludes on 31st August 2022. The final award decision was made on 15th September 2020, with a contract value of £109,815.

This tender presents significant opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the fields of environmental technology and observational equipment. Businesses with expertise in the supply of scientific instruments, particularly those focusing on lidar technology and atmospheric observation systems, would find this tender particularly relevant. Participation in this procurement process could enhance their market presence and facilitate growth through public sector contracts, demonstrating capability in sophisticated monitoring technology.

## Notice

The final date and time for the submission of bids is Tuesday 18th August 14:00 DO NOT apply directly to the buyer. All tender information MUST be submitted through the Delta eSourcing Portal. Brief Description of Requirement RE20317 Micro pulse lidar for observations of clouds and aerosols, British Antarctic Survey, NERC as detailed in the attached 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 ITQ / 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: US272H4U3Q . Please disregard any content in this notice that requests your organisation "to apply directly to the buyer" as this unfortunately a system generated error, that is outside of the Contracting Authorities control.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b4c2d723-6816-476f-a2bc-3e0092335233 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 16 Sep 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 18 Aug 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 14 Sep 2020 |
| Contract period | 15 Sep 2020 - 15 Sep 2022 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £109,815 |
| 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 | ENVIRO TECHNOLOGY SERVICES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

### Codes

- 38126100 - Precipitation or evaporation surface observing apparatus
- 38127000 - Weather stations

## Release History

- 16 Sep 2020 at 15:33 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b4c2d723-6816-476f-a2bc-3e0092335233
- 21 Jul 2020 at 16:05 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/742b7d30-da96-4d3f-922d-b82ec6cc2179

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b4c2d723-6816-476f-a2bc-3e0092335233
  16th September 2020 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/742b7d30-da96-4d3f-922d-b82ec6cc2179
  21st July 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/36693607-b5e5-45f1-8847-23a870269d78
  RE20317 Delta - ITQ Invitation to Quote questions
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/fec4dfdd-f85f-4aa6-aa59-f69d2984bd83
  RE20317 UKRI Precedent Supplies Services Contract (Low value)
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/5d4a7754-0e38-4088-95e0-7bf9bfe77181
  RE20317 Delta - ITQ Invitation to Quote
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/e8fc6baf-1b21-4107-8fab-9add9641f50f
  RE20317 AW5.2 Price Schedule

## Notice URLs

- https://uksbs.delta-esourcing.com

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