--- title: "FM21142 - Testing of Infant Sleep Products (Cot Bumpers)" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-7567ca72-0c30-4d71-831c-de2c8d7d3d5d" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-7567ca72-0c30-4d71-831c-de2c8d7d3d5d" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-7567ca72-0c30-4d71-831c-de2c8d7d3d5d.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-7567ca72-0c30-4d71-831c-de2c8d7d3d5d.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED" published: "2021-07-26" --- # FM21142 - Testing of Infant Sleep Products (Cot Bumpers) Buyer: UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-7567ca72-0c30-4d71-831c-de2c8d7d3d5d [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-7567ca72-0c30-4d71-831c-de2c8d7d3d5d) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-7567ca72-0c30-4d71-831c-de2c8d7d3d5d.json) ## Summary UK Shared Business Services Ltd (UK SBS) is initiating a tender process to appoint a supplier for the testing of infant sleep products, specifically cot bumpers, under the title "FM21142 - Testing of Infant Sleep Products (Cot Bumpers)". This procurement, aimed at verifying compliance with UK regulations, is categorised under technical testing services and is located in the United Kingdom. The tender process is currently in the Tender stage, with bids due by 11:00 on Thursday 12th August 2021. The contract period is set to commence on 3rd September 2021 and conclude by 22nd October 2021, with a total value of £9,000. The procurement method employed is the open procedure, suitable for contracts below threshold, facilitating broad participation. This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in safety testing and product compliance, particularly those that can demonstrate expertise in testing children's products according to national and international standards. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to apply, given the nature of the contract and its potential for fostering innovation in product safety. Companies with capabilities in textiles, safety analysis, and regulatory compliance would find this a suitable opportunity to expand their market presence and contribute valuable services within this niche industry. ## Notice The final date and time for the submission of bids is Thursday 12th August 2021 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 UK Shared Business Services Ltd (UK SBS), on behalf of The Department for Business, Energy & Industrial Strategy (BEIS) wishes to appoint a supplier to undertake the Testing of 10 Infant Sleep Products (Cot Bumpers) in order to verify compliance with regulations. To perform testing on a total of 10 infant sleep products (cot bumpers), to verify compliance with the following Regulations (and any amendments to these): 2005 No. 1803 CONSUMER PROTECTION The General Product Safety Regulations 2005 The required testing: BS EN 16780:2018 Textile child care articles - Safety requirements and test methods for children's cot bumpers SS 4.1 Design characteristics (all sections) Including BS EN 16732:2015 Slide fasteners (zips) - Specification (if applicable) SS 4.2 Mechanical & Physical Hazards (all sections) SS 5 User Information (all sections) The test methods applied should follow harmonised standards the reference numbers of which have been published in the Official Journal of the European Union, or other reliable, accurate and reproducible calculation and measurement methods, which considers the generally recognised state of the art. 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 as set out in the ITQ 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://www.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://www.delta-esourcing.com/ and the follow the instructions to 'Log in' Once you are logged into the system you will be able to link yourself into this procurement using the Access Code: J8U4WWES4R 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 Delta 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 Delta eSourcing Portal you will have access to the Delta 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/35ab3214-cd88-47e6-a46b-ef99c272d191 | | 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 | 26 Jul 2021 | | Submission deadline | 12 Aug 2021 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 2 Sep 2021 - 22 Oct 2021 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £9,000 | | 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 - 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services - 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services ### Codes - 71600000 - Technical testing, analysis and consultancy services - 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services ## Release History - 26 Jul 2021 at 13:10 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/35ab3214-cd88-47e6-a46b-ef99c272d191 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/35ab3214-cd88-47e6-a46b-ef99c272d191 26th July 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/9bb197ef-447c-480f-a1c1-969a6cf08520 FM21142 - Tender Documentation - https://www.delta-esourcing.com Delta eSourcing Portal ## Notice URLs - http://www.uksbs.co.uk - http://www.uksbs.co.uk/services/procure/contracts/Pages/default.aspx - https://www.delta-esourcing.com/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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