--- title: "UK SBS PR18048 UKRI Framework for the Purchase of Autonomous Underwater Gliders and Surface Vehicles and Associated Equipment" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-9bc64a74-d3da-47a2-9d80-5ac04e048377" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-9bc64a74-d3da-47a2-9d80-5ac04e048377" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-9bc64a74-d3da-47a2-9d80-5ac04e048377.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-9bc64a74-d3da-47a2-9d80-5ac04e048377.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED" published: "2019-05-21" --- # UK SBS PR18048 UKRI Framework for the Purchase of Autonomous Underwater Gliders and Surface Vehicles and Associated Equipment Buyer: UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-9bc64a74-d3da-47a2-9d80-5ac04e048377 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-9bc64a74-d3da-47a2-9d80-5ac04e048377) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-9bc64a74-d3da-47a2-9d80-5ac04e048377.json) ## Summary The UK Shared Business Services Limited is conducting a tender for the procurement titled "UK SBS PR18048 UKRI Framework for the Purchase of Autonomous Underwater Gliders and Surface Vehicles and Associated Equipment." This procurement falls under the industry category of unmanned underwater vehicles and marine research services, with the submission deadline for bids set for 28th June 2019. The contract period is expected to commence on 12th August 2019, lasting for two years, with options for extensions. This is an open procurement process, allowing multiple suppliers up to six per specified lot, which includes various underwater and surface vehicles. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in the marine technology sector, particularly those manufacturing or supplying autonomous underwater vehicles and related equipment. Companies with capabilities in developing gliders, surface vehicles, and the associated components are well-suited to compete for this framework contract. Additionally, businesses that can provide training in the operation and maintenance of these systems may also find advantageous openings within this procurement, fostering growth and collaboration within the UKRI framework. ## Notice CLOSING DATE FOR SUBMISSION OF BIDS IS 28th JUNE 2019 PLEASE DO NOT CONTACT THE BUYER DIRECTLY. MARS is the Marine Autonomous and Robotic Systems group within the National Marine Facilities Directorate based at the National Oceanography Centre, Southampton. Within UKRI, the MARS glider group and the AUV Operational and Development groups exist to provide and to operate propeller-driven Autonomous Underwater Vehicles (AUVs), gliders and Unmanned Surface Vehicles (USVs) for the British oceanographic science community. MARS currently supports all USVs and AUVs in the National Marine Equipment pool (NMEP). Operation and maintenance of all vehicles in the NMEP may be by MARS, by the user or by a combination of the two, depending upon manpower and resources available. They will remain the responsibility of MARS nonetheless. Purchases in the future will be to maintain, enhance and supplement the UKRI fleet and will include loss replacement and sensor development. MARS, other UKRI institutes, affiliates and universities have personnel that are currently trained in the use and maintenance of the vehicles. Any new vehicle or vehicle type must offer the option of full training in use and maintenance. Institutes, affiliates and universities that do not operate their own vehicles rely on MARS to prepare them, and MARS or the network of institutes, affiliates and universities to pilot them. This framework contract is to enable UKRI and MARS to purchase new and replacement vehicles, as well as components, spares, parts, sensors, batteries, calibrations and training to fulfil this role. The Framework consists of: * Lot 1 - Underwater Fleet Gliders. Up to six suppliers. * Lot 2 - Long Range Surface Vehicles (USV). Up to six suppliers. * Lot 3 - Short range Surface Vehicle (USV). Up to six suppliers. * Lot 4 - Micro AUVs. Up to six suppliers. The contract will be for an initial period of 2 years with the option to extend for a further 12 months x 2 (2 + 1 + 1). The value of the Contract is PS3m for the initial 2 year core contract, and PS3m for the further 1 + 1 year duration. Additional information: This procurement opportunity is currently live on Tenders Electronic Daily and, if you have not already taken the opportunity to register, instructions are detailed below on the process for registration and expression of interest via Crown Commercial Service's e-Sourcing Suite. This procurement will be managed electronically via the Crown Commercial Service's e-Sourcing Suite. To participate in this procurement, participants must 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 by following the link 'Register for CCS eSourcing'. 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. Full instructions for registration and use of the system can be found at http://ccs.cabinetoffice.gov.uk/i-am-supplier/respond-tender 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@ccs.gsi.gov.uk. Your email must clearly state: the name and reference for the procurement you wish to register for; the name of the 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. For technical assistance on use of the e-Sourcing Suite please contact Crown Commercial Service (CCS) Helpdesk : Freephone: 0345 010 3503 email: supplier@ccs.gsi.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/8d2c19aa-2eec-40b2-8dcf-9e42e36ea95e | | 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 | 21 May 2019 | | Submission deadline | 28 Jun 2019 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 11 Aug 2019 - 11 Aug 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 | TLK South West (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment - 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services ### Codes - 35512400 - Unmanned underwater vehicles - 73112000 - Marine research services ## Release History - 21 May 2019 at 08:58 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8d2c19aa-2eec-40b2-8dcf-9e42e36ea95e ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8d2c19aa-2eec-40b2-8dcf-9e42e36ea95e 21st May 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder ## Notice URLs - http://ccs.cabinetoffice.gov.uk/i-am-supplier/respond-tender - http://www.uksbs.co.uk/services/procure/Pages/supplier.aspx - https://gpsesourcing.cabinetoffice.gov.uk ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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