--- title: "PS22038 - Understanding the tech landscape to inform policy decisions" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-5f922e32-17f2-4049-a4e4-1256ec315e08" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-5f922e32-17f2-4049-a4e4-1256ec315e08" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-5f922e32-17f2-4049-a4e4-1256ec315e08.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-5f922e32-17f2-4049-a4e4-1256ec315e08.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "DEPARTMENT FOR BUSINESS, ENERGY & INDUSTRIAL STRATEGY" published: "2022-07-08" --- # PS22038 - Understanding the tech landscape to inform policy decisions Buyer: DEPARTMENT FOR BUSINESS, ENERGY & INDUSTRIAL STRATEGY Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-5f922e32-17f2-4049-a4e4-1256ec315e08 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-5f922e32-17f2-4049-a4e4-1256ec315e08) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-5f922e32-17f2-4049-a4e4-1256ec315e08.json) ## Summary The procurement process titled "PS22038 - Understanding the tech landscape to inform policy decisions" is being conducted by the UK Shared Business Services Ltd (UK SBS) on behalf of the Department for Business, Energy & Industrial Strategy (BEIS). This services contract falls within the research and development services and related consultancy services industry category. The procurement is currently in the Tender stage, with bids due by Friday, 29th July 2022 at 11:00 am. The successful bidder will be expected to provide expert technological advice related to seven defined technology families, with the contract set to commence on 22nd August 2022 and last until 21st August 2023. The procurement follows an open procedure method, which is suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in technology consulting and research services, particularly those with expertise in advanced materials, AI, bioinformatics, and related fields identified in the Innovation Strategy. Companies that have established relationships with leading tech firms and possess a strong background in horizon scanning exercises will be especially well-positioned to compete effectively. Engaging in this procurement could not only enhance a firm's portfolio but also increase their visibility and credibility within the public sector. ## Notice UK SBS is managing this procure process in accordance with the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 (as amended from time to time) (the "Regulations"). This is a services contract. Brief Description of Requirement: UK Shared Business Services Ltd (UK SBS), on behalf of The Department for Business, Energy & Industrial Strategy (BEIS) wishes to appoint a supplier to provide expert advice from global technology experts that have a relationship with many of the leading firms in each sector, and who will have undertaken technology horizon scanning exercises. The successful bidder shall help inform the development of policy around the Seven Technology Families identified by the Innovation Strategy, we are seeking access to a repository of technology expertise that we can draw on to inform policy development. The Seven Technology Families are: - Advanced Materials and manufacturing - AI, digital and advanced computing - Bioinformatics and genomics - Engineering Biology - Electronics, photonics and quantum technologies - Energy and environment technologies - Robotics and smart machines A brief description of the required services has been provided above however bidders are to refer to the Tender Documentations for full details on this requirement. The final date and time for the submission of bids is Friday 29th July 2022 at 11:00am. DO NOT apply directly to the buyer. All tender information MUST be submitted through the Jaggaer eSourcing Portal. Please ensure you review all attached information to ensure a full understanding of this requirement. All attachments can be found with the Supplier Attachments tab within the Jaggaer 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 Jaggaer eSourcing Portal for this procurement. To register on the Jaggaer eSourcing portal please use the link https://beisgroup.ukp.app.jaggaer.com/ and follow the instructions to register as a supplier. If you are already registered on the Jaggaer eSourcing Portal and wish to participate in this procurement, please use the link: https://beisgroup.ukp.app.jaggaer.com/. Once you are logged into the system you will be able to locate the Procurement you wish to leave a bid on by clicking the ITTs Open to All Suppliers and searching for the reference number PS22038. 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 Jaggaer 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 Jaggaer eSourcing Portal you will have access to the Jaggaer 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/d400572e-9c54-4e5f-ba1e-739192b2f853 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 8 Jul 2022 | | Submission deadline | 29 Jul 2022 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 21 Aug 2022 - 21 Aug 2023 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £50,000 | | 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 | DEPARTMENT FOR BUSINESS, ENERGY & INDUSTRIAL STRATEGY | | 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 | ## 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 - 79000000 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security ## Release History - 8 Jul 2022 at 11:58 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d400572e-9c54-4e5f-ba1e-739192b2f853 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d400572e-9c54-4e5f-ba1e-739192b2f853 8th July 2022 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://beisgroup.ukp.app.jaggaer.com/ Jaggaer eSourcing Portal ## Notice URLs - http://www.uksbs.co.uk - http://www.uksbs.co.uk/services/procure/contracts/Pages/default.aspx ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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