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title: "CON19017 - Design Services - Invitation to Quote"
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# CON19017 - Design Services - Invitation to Quote

Buyer: UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-a035380d-09b8-4f34-945b-e09d864e757f

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## Summary

The public procurement process, initiated by UK Shared Business Services Limited, is for "CON19017 - Design Services - Invitation to Quote", primarily focusing on design services in the architectural and engineering sector. Located in the South West of England, this tender is currently in the Award stage, with the contract period set to commence on 2nd December 2019 and concluding on 30th September 2021. Bidders were required to submit their proposals by 11:00 on 15th November 2019, utilising the Delta eSourcing portal for all documentation and submissions. The total value of the contract is approximately £100,000, with an award announced on 8th January 2020.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in design services, particularly those with expertise in mechanical and electrical aspects, as well as architectural design. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to participate, given the suitability criteria. Engaging in this procurement allows companies to not only enhance their project portfolios but also to forge relationships with UK Research and Innovation's Medical Research Council, potentially leading to further contracts and collaborative projects in the public sector.

## Notice

The final date and time for the submission of bids is Friday 15th November 2019 at 11:00. DO NOT apply directly to the buyer. All tender documentation MUST be submitted through the Delta eSourcing portal. Brief Description of Requirement: UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) - Medical Research Council (MRC) have a requirement to appoint a Design Services Contractor. The majority of the works relates to Mechanical and Electrical (M&E) aspects with a small element of architectural/structural work for the re-modelling of the entrance and staff areas. In developing the design for the works, all respective measures need to be included (temporary works, equipment etc) that will ensure that the facility is kept fully operational at all times. The services that UKRI MRC are seeking under this appointment are those of the Lead Designer and CDM coordinator with the provision of all relevant design disciplines, with additional services as described within the tender documentation. The Lead Designer will be required to provide duties in accordance with: - RIBA Outline Plan of Work 2013 - RIBA Multi-disciplinary Schedules of Service - Principal Designers: Roles and Responsibilities - Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015 The scope of works is based on RIBA Schedules or Work. It is assumed that the successful bidder will provide services from RIBA 1 to RIBA 6. However, we are requesting the alternatively priced option for designing up to RIBA 3 with continuation of the service as a technical supervisor (Contractor to take D&B responsibility starting at RIBA 4). PLEASE NOTE: whilst this opportunity covers all RIBA stages 1-6, the employer will have no liability to continue the contract after RIBA 3, if no approval for the project is gained. Please note you will be required to complete and return the Non-Disclosure Agreement in the attachment section in order to be able to gain access to the documentation for this procurement. This contract will be awarded based on the evaluation criteria 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://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: U92R4TP56G 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: This procurement will be managed electronically via the Delta eSourcing portal. Please note you will be required to complete and return the Non-Disclosure Agreement in the attachment section in order to be able to gain access to the documentation for this procurement. The completed Non-Disclosure Agreement should be submitted via the Delta eSourcing event. The access code for the event can be found within the description for this procurement. 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. 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/dad7fd4d-29a0-4cc8-9de8-b605594b968f |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 8 Apr 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 15 Nov 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 8 Jan 2020 |
| Contract period | 13 Jan 2020 - 30 Sep 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £100,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £130,641 |
| 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 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) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | HOARE LEA |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 22 - Printed matter and related products
- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services
- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 22314000 - Designs
- 71220000 - Architectural design services
- 71242000 - Project and design preparation, estimation of costs
- 79415200 - Design consultancy services
- 79930000 - Specialty design services

## Release History

- 8 Apr 2020 at 15:02 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dad7fd4d-29a0-4cc8-9de8-b605594b968f
- 29 Oct 2019 at 15:46 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3777709a-2c24-48e3-982d-853d6e24e46b

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/dad7fd4d-29a0-4cc8-9de8-b605594b968f
  8th April 2020 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3777709a-2c24-48e3-982d-853d6e24e46b
  29th October 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/ee3166ab-145b-40db-b5d1-6dcc5cd935c2
  CON19017 - Design Services One Way Non-Disclosure Agreement
- http://DeltaeSourcingPortal
  https://uksbs.delta-esourcing.com/

## Notice URLs

- http://Delta
- http://www.uksbs.co.uk
- http://www.uksbs.co.uk/services/procure/contracts/Pages/default.aspx
- https://uksbs.delta-esourcing.com
- https://uksbs.delta-esourcing.com/

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