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title: "UK SBS RE18431 - Submarine Navigation Pack"
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# UK SBS RE18431 - Submarine Navigation Pack

Buyer: UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-a4c42091-7dfc-4613-a11c-1d1caace2265

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## Summary

The UK Shared Business Services Limited (UK SBS) is currently at the award stage of a public procurement process titled "UK SBS RE18431 - Submarine Navigation Pack". This procurement, classified under the marine equipment industry category, pertains to the supply of a navigation package for a new under-ice submarine known as Autosub 2000 under ice (A2KUI). Potential suppliers were required to submit their bids by 30th November 2018, with the contract period running from 12th December 2018 to 12th December 2019. The method of procurement used was an open procedure, suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in marine technology and navigation systems, particularly those able to demonstrate expertise in advanced dead-reckoning systems and sensor integration for underwater applications. Companies that manufacture or provide components such as Acoustic Doppler Current Profilers (ADCPs), Depth Sensors, and Inertial Navigation Systems would be particularly well-suited to compete in this contract. Engaging in this process could also enhance a business’s visibility and credibility within the public sector market.

## Notice

*AWARDED* The final date and time for the submission of bids is Friday 30th November at 14:00. DO NOT apply directly to the buyer. All tender information MUST be submitted through the CCS eSourcing Portal. This tender is to provide the navigation package for the NOCs new under ice submarine known as Autosub 2000 under ice (A2KUI). As with all the Autosub vehicles, navigation on surface will be by GPS and while submerged by dead-reckoning. Dead-reckoning requires, as a minimum, accurate heading and velocity information. A2KUI requires an advanced dead-reckoning system with the ability to use multiple sensors to aid the submarines position. The minimum navigation inputs A2KUI needs to combine are: * 2 or more ADCP/DVLs (one up one down) * Inertial navigation (Gyros) * Depth Sensors * USBL & LBL inputs * GPS inputs This tender is to provide the backbone of the A2KUI navigation system by providing a single unit, which contains a Gyro, Single DVL/ADCP, Pressure Sensors & the ability to plug other navigation sensors in. A full specification can be found in the ITQ document attached to this notice. How to Apply As part of the strategic alliance between UK Shared Business Services Ltd (UK SBS) and Crown Commercial Service (CCS), UK SBS will be using the CCS eSourcing Suite for this procurement. To register on the CCS eSourcing portal please follow the details contained within the Additional Information section of this notice. If you are already registered on the CCS eSourcing portal and wish to register your interest in this opportunity please email; expressionofinterest@crowncommercial.gov.uk Your email must clearly state: * the name and reference for the procurement you wish to register for; * the name of the registered Bidder; * the name and contact details for the registered individual sending the email. 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: 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 bid documents. Responses received outside or concurrently using the eSourcing process will not be accepted or considered further for this opportunity. How to Register on the CCS eSourcing Suite Full details of this opportunity can be found on the e-sourcing portal please follow instructions below. If you 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, you 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. 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: *name and reference for the procurement you wish to register for *name of the registered Bidder *name and contact details for the registered individual sending the email Crown Commercial Service 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. The Sourcing documents can then be accessed on the eSourcing Suite at: https://gpsesourcing.cabinetoffice.gov.uk using the instructions detailed in the Specification documents within Contracts Finder. 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 Helpdesk: Telephone: 0345 010 3503 Training documents to support Bidders to utilise Emptoris CCS eSourcing are available in the Contracts Finder Tender documents section. About UK Shared Business 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. 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/6224f1d4-705f-477d-933d-37ba7ad5bab3 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| 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 | 4 Feb 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 30 Nov 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 7 Dec 2018 |
| Contract period | 11 Dec 2018 - 31 Mar 2019 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £120,000 |
| 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 | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | SONARDYNE INTERNATIONAL |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

### Codes

- 34930000 - Marine equipment

## Release History

- 4 Feb 2019 at 14:33 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6224f1d4-705f-477d-933d-37ba7ad5bab3
- 16 Nov 2018 at 11:41 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f8a795b7-7eb7-4b44-90b5-c3b736d49235

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6224f1d4-705f-477d-933d-37ba7ad5bab3
  4th February 2019 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f8a795b7-7eb7-4b44-90b5-c3b736d49235
  16th November 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/ebb26d8b-f775-462b-82e5-1e16eebeeaec
  RE18431 - AW5.2 Price Schedule
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/d73512d9-e545-40b0-a47b-51b06645ebca
  RE18431 AW4.1 Terms and Conditions
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/4f3bbd1d-463b-4342-bfc0-c06677522071
  Bidder Training
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/207220bf-70e4-43d7-a920-52fb9694084b
  Bidder - Logging into Emptoris for the first time
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/e9e7d8d3-cf2d-4cdd-a07d-1e2a8af69793
  RE18431 - Submarine Navigation Pack ITQQ Invitation to Quote Questions
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/dbdcc13e-214a-481a-84d2-20e78f015ce2
  RE18431 - Submarine Navigation Pack ITQ Invitation to Quote

## Notice URLs

- http://www.uksbs.co.uk/services/procure/contracts/pages/default.aspx
- https://gpsesourcing.cabinetoffice.gov.uk

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