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title: "UKSBS PR16007 Ion Beam modification and Analysis"
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# UKSBS PR16007 Ion Beam modification and Analysis

Buyer: UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-bd6197ce-adc9-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b

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## Summary

The UK Shared Business Services Limited (UK SBS) is facilitating a contract on behalf of the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC) for the provision of a mid-range research facility in Ion Beam modification and Analysis. This contract, titled "UKSBS PR16007 Ion Beam modification and Analysis," is classified under research and development services. The contract period initiated on 1st January 2017 and extends to 31st December 2021, with an option to extend for up to two additional years. The procurement method used is an open procedure, and key dates include the tender period that ended on 11th July 2016. The total contract value is estimated at £7,500,000, inclusive of VAT.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses that specialise in research and development services, particularly those capable of providing advanced facilities and training in Ion Beam analysis. Companies with a strong background in scientific research, technology provision, or related consultancy services will be particularly well-suited to compete for this contract. Moreover, bidders should be prepared to demonstrate a comprehensive access plan, risk management strategies, and robust training models for staff, including any subcontractors involved.

## Notice

UK Shared Business Services Ltd as the Contracting Authority is putting in place a Contract on behalf of the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC).for a supplier to provide a mid-range research facility in Ion Beam modification and Analysis for three years with an option to extend by a further two years up to five years. The Award value shown in the OJEU notice and Contracts finder includes Vat (20%). Additional information: 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. 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: 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. 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 utilise Emptoris CCS eSourcing are available in the Contracts Finder Tender documents section.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7fe04e0e-ac1c-4f54-9bfe-8d288006759c |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 3 Feb 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 11 Jul 2016 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 19 Dec 2016 |
| Contract period | 1 Jan 2017 - 31 Dec 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £7,500,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £8,836,433 |
| 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 | UNIVERSITY OF SURREY |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 3 Feb 2017 at 15:49 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7fe04e0e-ac1c-4f54-9bfe-8d288006759c
- 18 Nov 2016 at 20:15 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8dc40a30-4115-41a6-bafc-0859dbf18342

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7fe04e0e-ac1c-4f54-9bfe-8d288006759c
  3rd February 2017 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8dc40a30-4115-41a6-bafc-0859dbf18342
  3rd June 2016 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/b84faf76-7057-463f-971d-aeb89309dc63
  AW5.8 Payment schedule ION
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/27343482-9c02-47dc-b2f9-f3279307597a
  Risk Matrix
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/c249272c-9271-4508-854b-1a92922ef5cd
  PR16007 Non Disclosure Agreement
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/f8bc5a3c-04cc-49fb-b224-6d21337a9484
  UK SBS PR 16007 RFP Request for Proposal questions
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/4ea90d61-cc56-48e4-8bb6-522ce9186d28
  Emptoris Bidder training
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/1130b960-79c8-4ed8-988e-e0e9da61960d
  Annex 2 - Service Levels
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/f918759b-c623-4375-8e6a-c3ccbeaaaedb
  PR16007 -S2 - Services purchasing contract - high value
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/39c02d8a-1363-488d-9bab-9445e03ced5b
  Annex 2 - Service Levels
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/6ded6e6d-b8ac-4a30-a67c-e339880b0434
  UK SBS PR16007 RFP Request for Proposal
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/13415d7a-d22b-4601-9726-59e4cfa98e28
  Annex 1 - ION Dispute Resolution
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/2d77dd5b-e0a4-4319-837b-dc4deec8f920
  AW5.2 Price Schedule ION
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/886f79ea-d36e-4589-85f1-492c0504dca6
  Bidder logging into Emptoris for the first time guidance
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/3a2f7a3d-872f-4b67-a28b-0cfe71ffa1ea
  AW5.8 Payment schedule ION
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/bd988e77-a5ef-4572-81cb-52813352cade
  Risk Matrix
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/bd0a955a-da51-4bc9-b7a0-69d311766c8e
  PR16007 Non Disclosure Agreement
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/e942961f-e315-4231-9f5b-d3662c383e81
  UK SBS PR 16007 RFP Request for Proposal questions
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/bd9b1e73-6c3a-4e26-8633-b9daa95fa3a0
  Emptoris Bidder training
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/091f03e0-680d-413b-8636-1da508a960f9
  Annex 2 - Service Levels
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/46a475a4-1829-45ea-92bb-8783a42275ce
  PR16007 -S2 - Services purchasing contract - high value
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/cedc5126-dc90-4a1e-820f-70dcf2de6dce
  Annex 2 - Service Levels
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/66ce42b1-4cbc-4fe0-9555-c6d9f83cd2a6
  UK SBS PR16007 RFP Request for Proposal
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/511a1e43-a1fd-45af-8997-cf4596b61d7f
  Annex 1 - ION Dispute Resolution
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/016d97c6-9698-4447-9fa5-82d00fdc0cfb
  AW5.2 Price Schedule ION
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/3421e1d2-8ffe-48c1-9a5a-6d4f79e05d14
  Bidder logging into Emptoris for the first time guidance

## Notice URLs

- http://www.uksbs.co.uk
- https://gpsesourcing.cabinetoffice.gov.uk

## Provenance

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