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title: "UK SBS PR17147 RAFOS Sound Sources"
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# UK SBS PR17147 RAFOS Sound Sources

Buyer: UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-ad2aae23-eba0-412b-989c-ee76e0ca1d23

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## Summary

The procurement process, titled "UK SBS PR17147 RAFOS Sound Sources," is managed by UK Shared Business Services Limited and focuses on acquiring eight RAFOS submersible devices for marine research. The tender falls under the goods category, specifically related to acoustic devices, with a significant budget of £250,000. The deadline for tender submissions is set for 30th January 2018 at 14:00, and the contract period is expected to commence from 16th February 2018 until 15th May 2018. This procurement employs an open procedure, which is above the threshold, ensuring broad participation.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses engaged in the development and supply of acoustic devices, particularly those specialising in marine technology and research services. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) could find this contract especially advantageous, as the procurement specifically welcomes their participation. Companies with capabilities in manufacturing submersible devices or related technologies are well-suited to compete, allowing them to expand their business within the marine research sector.

## Notice

THIS TENDER CLOSES ON 30TH JANUARY 2018 AT 14:00, PLEASE DO NOT APPLY DIRECT TO THE BUYER. 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. The Natural Environment Research Council, National Oceanographic Centre, have a requirement for 8 No. RAFOS submersible devices / floats. Sound projectors which generate a swept frequency signal. Self-powered, with an accurate clock to maintain synchronisation and moored in a minimum depth of 2000m, up to 6000m, allowing real-time underwater tracking. Additional information: 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. UK Shared Business Services eSourcing As part of the strategic alliance between UK Shared Business Services Ltd (UK SBS) and Crown Commercial Service (CCS), UK SBS can use the CCS eSourcing Suite for future procurements. This procurement will be managed electronically via the Crown Commercial Services 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 portal this can be done online at https://gpsesourcing.cabinetoffice.gov.uk by following the 'Supplier e-Sourcing Registration'. Please note that to register Bidders must have a valid DUNS number for the organisation which you are registering. Full instructions for registration and use of the system can be found at: http://ccs.cabinetoffice.gov.uk/i-am-supplier/respondtender. Once you have registered on the e-Sourcing Suite, a registered user can express an interest for a specific procurement. If you have not done this already please follow the guidance: 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; the name of the registered Bidder; and the 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. Once this has been completed, when you log into the CSS website, please follow the attached guidance notes which will show you how to find the tenders. Full instructions for registration and use of the system can be found at: http://ccs.cabinetoffice.gov.uk/i-am-supplier/respondtender.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e324c71b-0fc4-44bf-938f-c28f9e629ce8 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 Mar 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 30 Jan 2018 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 6 Mar 2018 |
| Contract period | 13 Mar 2018 - 11 May 2018 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £250,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £246,200 |
| 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 | DEVELOGIC |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment
- 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)
- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 32342400 - Acoustic devices
- 38113000 - Sonars
- 73112000 - Marine research services

## Release History

- 20 Mar 2018 at 10:20 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e324c71b-0fc4-44bf-938f-c28f9e629ce8
- 9 Jan 2018 at 09:54 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/df17a646-f6f8-4fcc-aa4f-e5cb325e2958
- 22 Dec 2017 at 10:45 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/df17a646-f6f8-4fcc-aa4f-e5cb325e2958
- 20 Dec 2017 at 08:28 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/df17a646-f6f8-4fcc-aa4f-e5cb325e2958

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/e324c71b-0fc4-44bf-938f-c28f9e629ce8
  20th March 2018 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/df17a646-f6f8-4fcc-aa4f-e5cb325e2958
  9th January 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/f8ca1751-a083-4f99-8907-61e1624ec87e
  PR17147 Technical Specification
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/5a68047b-70ac-4d51-b648-a5bd063b77ff

## Notice URLs

- http://ccs.cabinetoffice.gov.uk/i-am-supplier/respondtender
- https://gpsesourcing.cabinetoffice.gov.uk

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