--- title: "UKRI - FM20137 - Drummed Aviation Fuel" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-66a0d5fc-92f4-464b-a384-0da4d53d8f35" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-66a0d5fc-92f4-464b-a384-0da4d53d8f35" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-66a0d5fc-92f4-464b-a384-0da4d53d8f35.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-66a0d5fc-92f4-464b-a384-0da4d53d8f35.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED" published: "2021-02-10" --- # UKRI - FM20137 - Drummed Aviation Fuel Buyer: UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-66a0d5fc-92f4-464b-a384-0da4d53d8f35 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-66a0d5fc-92f4-464b-a384-0da4d53d8f35) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-66a0d5fc-92f4-464b-a384-0da4d53d8f35.json) ## Summary The UK Shared Business Services Limited (UK SBS) has initiated a procurement process titled "UKRI - FM20137 - Drummed Aviation Fuel" for the purchase of Jet Aviation fuel, specifically 480 filled drums of Jet A1+FSII. This requirement is classified under the "Fuels" industry category and is located in Swindon, England. The procurement method is an open procedure and was set to conclude on 11th September 2020, with the contract period starting from 25th September 2020 to 30th October 2020. Interested suppliers were required to submit their bids through the Delta eSourcing Portal, ensuring that all submissions adhered to the specified guidelines and deadlines. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the fuel supply sector, especially those equipped to handle aviation fuel delivery and storage regulations. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with experience in the procurement and transportation of hazardous materials would be particularly well-suited to compete. By participating in this procurement, businesses can not only expand their clientele within the public sector but also establish long-term relationships with governmental agencies for future contracts. ## Notice ***This tender requirement was abandoned prior to a Contract Award as the fuel order could not be fulfilled*** The final date and time for the submission of bids is Friday 11th September 2020 at 11:00 DO NOT apply directly to the buyer. All tender information MUST be submitted through the Delta eSourcing Portal. Brief Description of Requirement The British Antarctic Survey have a requirement to purchase Jet Aviation fuel. Fuel Specification 480 x filled drums of Jet A1+FSII (NATO code F-34, MOD Defence Standard 91-87.US MIL-DTL-83133, JP8) Drum Specification Fuel to be supplied in the following: UN approved 1A1/X 205 litre steel drums Tight Head Spiralon seamed drum Two body beads Fittings: 2" and 3/4" head tri-sure pre lacquered flanges and bungs with black nitrile washers Internally: Lacquered RDL 5/1 Externally: Body painted black with white ends Gauge: 1.20mm steel throughout Tested and marked Drums Marked as follows: All drums are to be marked with the appropriate signage for transportation and must include Hazard Class, UN Number, Batch Number, Size, Weight, Destination and Order Number Availability The drummed fuel must be available for UKRI collection (or request for delivery as detailed below) no later than October 12th, 2020. 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 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: V256FY9AB5 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. Additional information: DO NOT APPLY DIRECTLY TO BUYER All submissions will be assessed in accordance with the Public Contracts Regulations 2015, for procurement values that exceed Regulation 5 (Threshold amounts) Responses must be received by the date in the tender documentation; responses received outside of the deadline or not sent via the Delta eSourcing portal will not be accepted or considered further for this opportunity. 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 in relation to any specific tender event. Please note it is your 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 in no circumstances will the contracting authority be liable for any costs incurred by any supplier. If the contracting authority decides to enter into a contract with the successful supplier, 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 bidders. 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. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d4109f40-834a-4ef5-9402-1323e4c49ebf | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | 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 | 10 Feb 2021 | | Submission deadline | 11 Sep 2020 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 24 Sep 2020 - 30 Oct 2020 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £150,000 | | 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 | 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 | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 09 - Petroleum products, fuel, electricity and other sources of energy ### Codes - 09100000 - Fuels ## Release History - 10 Feb 2021 at 08:50 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d4109f40-834a-4ef5-9402-1323e4c49ebf - 28 Aug 2020 at 09:50 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d4109f40-834a-4ef5-9402-1323e4c49ebf ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d4109f40-834a-4ef5-9402-1323e4c49ebf 10th February 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/485c1fce-6b0c-4079-8f17-1949e8ca8682 FM20137 - Final Tender Documentation - https://uksbs.delta-esourcing.com/ Delta eSourcing Portal ## Notice URLs - http://www.uksbs.co.uk - https://uksbs.delta-esourcing.com ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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