--- title: "UK SBS PR18088 UKRI Site work Fabrication and Installation Framework for STFC" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-8f1fa91d-fb3f-4835-a78d-6f8ba5b43133" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-8f1fa91d-fb3f-4835-a78d-6f8ba5b43133" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-8f1fa91d-fb3f-4835-a78d-6f8ba5b43133.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-8f1fa91d-fb3f-4835-a78d-6f8ba5b43133.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED" published: "2018-12-12" --- # UK SBS PR18088 UKRI Site work Fabrication and Installation Framework for STFC Buyer: UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-8f1fa91d-fb3f-4835-a78d-6f8ba5b43133 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-8f1fa91d-fb3f-4835-a78d-6f8ba5b43133) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-8f1fa91d-fb3f-4835-a78d-6f8ba5b43133.json) ## Summary The UK Shared Business Services Limited, acting on behalf of UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) through the Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC), has initiated an open procurement process titled "UK SBS PR18088 UKRI Site work Fabrication and Installation Framework for STFC". This tender, which is classified under miscellaneous engineering services, is located in Swindon, England. The tender period is set to close on 1 October 2018, and although the procurement was intended to establish a framework for precision manufacture and sub-assembly services, it is important to note that the procurement was abandoned prior to contract award. This opportunity could potentially lead to significant business growth for organisations specialised in precision manufacturing and engineering solutions. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) particularly well-equipped to deliver advanced engineering support and installation services may find this tender suitable for their capabilities. By participating in such frameworks, businesses can enhance their market presence and contribute to significant projects within the public sector, coupled with the potential for long-term partnerships with key governmental bodies. ## Notice ** Please note - This procurement was abandoned prior to contract award** UK Research and Innovation (UKRI), through its component Research Council, The Science & Technology Facilities Council (STFC), require precision manufacture and sub assembly services in order to assist delivery on demanding engineering projects. UKRI intends to establish a framework contract for the manufacture, supply and installation of the requirement. ***DO NOT APPLY DIRECTLY TO THE BUYER*** Note : 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 Authority's control " About UK Shared Business Services Putting the business into shared services UK Shared Business Services Ltd (UK SBS) brings a commercial attitude to the public sector; helping our customers improve efficiency, generate savings and modernise. It is our vision to become the leading provider for our customers of shared business services in the UK public sector, continuously reducing cost and improving quality of business services for Government and the public sector. 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. Core services include Procurement, Finance, Grants Admissions, Human Resources, Payroll, ISS, and Property Asset Management all underpinned by our Service Delivery and Contact Centre teams. UK SBS is a people rather than task focused business. It's what makes us different to the traditional transactional shared services centre. What is more, being a not-for-profit organisation owned by its customers, UK SBS' goals are aligned with the public sector and delivering best value for the UK taxpayer. UK Shared Business Services Ltd changed its name from RCUK Shared Services Centre Ltd in March 2013. Our Customers Growing from a foundation of supporting the Research Councils, 2012/13 saw Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy (BEIS) transition their procurement to UK SBS and Crown Commercial Services (CCS - previously Government Procurement Service) agree a Memorandum of Understanding with UK SBS to deliver two major procurement categories (construction and research) across Government. UK SBS currently manages PS700m expenditure for its Customers. From the 2nd April 2014 the Government is introducing its new Government Security Classifications (GSC) classification scheme to replace the current Government Protective Marking Scheme (GPMS). A key aspect of this is the reduction in the number of security classifications used. All potential suppliers should make themselves aware of the changes as it may impact on this Requirement. The link below to the Gov.uk website provides information on the new GSC: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/government-security-classifications Additional information: ** Please note - This procurement was abandoned prior to contract award** Note : 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. For access to all tender documentation, please refer to the following instructions; HOW TO APPLY All submissions will be assessed in accordance with the Public Contracts Regulations 2015, for procurement values that exceed Regulation 5 (Threshold amounts) This procurement will be managed electronically via the Crown Commercial Service's e-Sourcing Suite. To participate in this procurement, participants shall first be registered on the e-Sourcing Suite. If Bidders have not yet registered on the eSourcing Suite, this can be done online at https://gpsesourcing.cabinetoffice.gov.uk/emptoris by following the link 'Supplier eSourcing Registration'. Please note that, to register, Bidders must have a valid DUNS number (as provided by Dun and Bradstreet) for the organisation which you are registering, who will be entering into a contract if invited to do so. Note: registration may take some time please ensure that you allow a sufficient amount of time to register. Full instructions for registration and use of the system can be found at https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/esourcing-tool-guidance-for-suppliers Once you have registered on the eSourcing Suite, a registered user can express an interest for a specific procurement. This is done by emailing ExpressionOfInterest@crowncommercial.gov.uk Your email must clearly state: the name and reference for the procurement you wish to register for; Your organisations full name as a registered supplier; the name and contact details for the registered individual sending the email. Crown Commercial Service (CCS) will process the email and then enable the Bidder to access the procurement online via the e-Sourcing Suite. The registered user will receive a notification email to alert them once this has been done. As a user of the e-Sourcing Suite you will have access to Emptoris email messaging service which facilitates all messages sent to you and from you in relation to any specific RFX event. Please note it is your responsibility to access these emails on a regular basis to ensure you have sight of all relevant information applicable to this opportunity. For technical assistance on use of the e-Sourcing Suite please contact Crown Commercial Service (CCS) Helpdesk (Not UK SBS Ltd ) : Freephone: 0345 010 3503 email: eenablement@crowncommercial.gov.uk Training support to respond to a requirement is available to bidders at http://www.uksbs.co.uk/services/procure/Pages/supplier.aspx ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c5ab51fc-9f28-4c99-9702-8c189db37ead | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 12 Dec 2018 | | Submission deadline | 1 Oct 2018 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 12 Nov 2018 - 11 Nov 2021 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | 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 ### Codes - 71330000 - Miscellaneous engineering services ## Release History - 12 Dec 2018 at 14:37 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c5ab51fc-9f28-4c99-9702-8c189db37ead - 24 Aug 2018 at 08:21 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c5ab51fc-9f28-4c99-9702-8c189db37ead ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c5ab51fc-9f28-4c99-9702-8c189db37ead 12th December 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/7c8f15ee-512d-4075-a14c-be960e4facc1 Bidder Training Document - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/df4e68e3-136d-4bd0-a53b-24b3ada344d3 Logging in to Emptoris - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/8dcdd02c-6992-46d8-b4fa-a7e65b19c5e3 PR18088 RFP Request for Proposal ## Notice URLs - http://www.uksbs.co.uk/services/procure/Pages/supplier.aspx - https://gpsesourcing.cabinetoffice.gov.uk/emptoris - https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/esourcing-tool-guidance-for-suppliers - https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/government-security-classifications ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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