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title: "GB-Cambridge: UKRI-4645 BAS - RRS Sir David Attenborough - Upgrade to PA System"
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# GB-Cambridge: UKRI-4645 BAS - RRS Sir David Attenborough - Upgrade to PA System

Buyer: UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-7b73b753-be77-4666-ae8a-66f2f04adbb4

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## Summary

UK Research & Innovation (UKRI) is managing the procurement titled "GB-Cambridge: UKRI-4645 BAS - RRS Sir David Attenborough - Upgrade to PA System". This procurement falls under the industry category of upgrading services of ships and is located in the East of England, United Kingdom. The procurement stage is currently at the award stage, with the contract awarded on 20th January 2025. The tender period ended on 20th January 2025, and the contract period commenced on 21st January 2025 and will conclude on 30th January 2025. The total contract value is £48,874.

This tender presents opportunities for businesses in the maritime upgrade and services industry, with particular relevance to companies experienced in public address systems such as Bosch Praesensa PA. Given the specific requirements and the scale, larger businesses that can swiftly comply with the contractual dates and deliver high-quality upgrades would be well-suited to compete. This offers a valuable opportunity for businesses aiming to establish or enhance their presence in the public sector, especially within major projects managed by reputable entities like UKRI.

## Notice

UKRI-4645 BAS - RRS Sir David Attenborough - Upgrade to PA System on the vessel - Bosch Praesensa PA upgrade.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0ac39f30-0f97-440c-803e-b699fe1f4d7a |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 30 Jan 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 20 Jan 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 20 Jan 2025 |
| Contract period | 21 Jan 2025 - 30 Jan 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £48,874 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £48,874 |
| 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 RESEARCH & INNOVATION |
| Locality | SWINDON |
| Post town | Swindon |
| Postcode | SN2 1FL |
| 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 | VARD ELECTRO |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 50 - Repair and maintenance services

### Codes

- 50245000 - Upgrading services of ships

## Release History

- 30 Jan 2025 at 18:40 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0ac39f30-0f97-440c-803e-b699fe1f4d7a

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/0ac39f30-0f97-440c-803e-b699fe1f4d7a
  30th January 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/delta/respondToList.html?noticeId=921688178
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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