--- title: "UK SBS PR18075 - Hawaii Offshore Drilling Project" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-d9492547-41d2-4d2e-8c6a-2b6b7e979155" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-d9492547-41d2-4d2e-8c6a-2b6b7e979155" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-d9492547-41d2-4d2e-8c6a-2b6b7e979155.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-d9492547-41d2-4d2e-8c6a-2b6b7e979155.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED" published: "2018-11-19" --- # UK SBS PR18075 - Hawaii Offshore Drilling Project Buyer: UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d9492547-41d2-4d2e-8c6a-2b6b7e979155 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-d9492547-41d2-4d2e-8c6a-2b6b7e979155) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-d9492547-41d2-4d2e-8c6a-2b6b7e979155.json) ## Summary The UK Shared Business Services Limited is currently overseeing the procurement process for the "Hawaii Offshore Drilling Project," which is classified under offshore drilling services. This tender, identified as UK SBS PR18075, has a closing date for submission of bids set for 10th September 2018 at 14:00 PM (GMT). The project has a maximum budget of $7,500,000 (USD) and requires a marine drilling capability suitable for a drilling and coring campaign offshore Hawaii, expected to take place from September to October 2019. The tender is being conducted through an open procurement method, aiming to engage a range of service providers to meet the specified project needs. This procurement opportunity presents substantial growth potential for businesses with expertise in marine drilling and coring operations, particularly those capable of providing the required equipment and personnel for projects of this nature. Companies specialising in offshore services, particularly those with experience in environmentally sensitive regions, would be ideally suited to bid. The focus on non-invasive drilling techniques may attract niche firms that have successfully implemented similar projects while considering local ecological concerns and regulations. ## Notice '*** This tender requirement was abandoned prior to a Contract award decision. *** CLOSING DATE FOR SUBMISSION OF BIDS IS 10th SEPTEMBER 2018 14:00PM (GMT) PLEASE DONT CONTACT THE BUYER DIRECTLY MAXIMUM BUDGET FOR THE PROJECT IS $7,500,000 (USD) THIS PROJECT IS FOR SEABED DRILLING ONLY Client requires a marine drilling capability and suitable vessel to operate offshore for a drilling and coring campaign offshore Hawaii for up to a 2 months period between September and October 2019. This project is being proposed as a seafloor drill project only. This is in response to advice provided to the customer by a variety of agencies. These agencies have advised that using a highly visible, vessel-mounted surface rig will add significant risk to the project in terms of public acceptance and successfully obtaining a permit. The customer was also advised that the local populace is environmentally conscious and has the added complexity of having indigenous cultural sensitivities and beliefs regarding the marine environment within sight of the shore. With that advice, the customer wishes to rule out a vessel-mounted rig solution. Diligence, the correct and fully serviced equipment and experienced and capable personnel are the key ingredients for the success of this scientific projects to continuously core below the seabed. This project only has one opportunity to achieve the scientific goals. It is therefore paramount that diligence in all aspects of the project are undertaken, from planning to implementation to maximise this once off opportunity. The client requires marine drilling/coring capability that can, on a routine basis, continuously rotary core from sea floor to 150m below seafloor. As part of this capability a dynamically positioned vessel suitable for the drilling system and space for a suite of client containerised laboratories and client personnel and is permitted to work in Hawaiian waters, is also required Additional information: CLOSING DATE FOR SUBMISSION OF BIDS IS 10th SEPTEMBER 2018 14:00PM (GMT) PLEASE DONT CONTACT THE BUYER DIRECTLY MAXIMUM BUDGET FOR PROJECT IS $7,500,000 (USD) I would like to notify you that this procurement opportunity is currently live on Tenders Electronic Daily, a copy of the Notice is attached 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/27097467-905d-4dc9-b318-105054960fa0 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | 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 | 19 Nov 2018 | | Submission deadline | 10 Sep 2018 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 8 Nov 2018 - 7 Sep 2021 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £5,720,000 | | 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 | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 76 - Services related to the oil and gas industry ### Codes - 76320000 - Offshore drilling services ## Release History - 19 Nov 2018 at 13:17 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/27097467-905d-4dc9-b318-105054960fa0 - 26 Jul 2018 at 07:44 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/27097467-905d-4dc9-b318-105054960fa0 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/27097467-905d-4dc9-b318-105054960fa0 19th November 2018 - 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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