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title: "UK SBS CR18195 Safe Use of Domestic Virtual Reality Systems"
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# UK SBS CR18195 Safe Use of Domestic Virtual Reality Systems

Buyer: UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e24ccf91-3a2b-4ad3-96ea-5a0a69cf212d

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## Summary

The public procurement process titled "UK SBS CR18195 Safe Use of Domestic Virtual Reality Systems" is being conducted by UK Shared Business Services Limited, located in Swindon, England. This tender, categorised under research and development services, is at the Award stage having been completed recently. The procurement method used is the open procedure, targeting substantial evidence-based research focused on understanding and mitigating user risks associated with domestic virtual reality systems. The deadline for submission of bids was 15th January 2019, with the contract period running from 29th January to 10th May 2019.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in research and development or safety assessments related to emerging technologies, particularly those focusing on virtual reality. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to engage, given the contract’s suitability for SMEs, while those with expertise in user safety and hazard mitigation strategies would find themselves well-equipped to compete. Collaborating with UK SBS could enhance their business growth by tapping into the government's efforts to improve public sector efficiency and safety standards.

## Notice

The final date and time for the submission of bids is Tuesday 15th January 2019 at 14.00 DO NOT apply directly to the buyer. All tender information MUST be submitted through the CCS eSourcing Portal. Brief Description of Requirement The key aim of this work is to establish the current state of knowledge on the risks to the user of domestic VR systems, and to identify ways to mitigate these risks. The objectives of this work are to: * Provide an evidence-based understanding of the risks and hazards that a domestic user is exposed to during the use of VR systems. * Provide an evidence-based understanding of the risks and hazards that a domestic user is exposed to following the use of VR systems. In particular, this should include an analysis of the additional hazards that might occur during subsequent use of machinery or driving. * Assess possible mitigating measures and their efficacy in protecting the user from harm. * Identify further research requirements to develop the evidence base of this subject. Please ensure you review all attached information to ensure a full understanding of this requirement. All attachments can be found with the RFx attachments tab within the Emptoris System. This contract will be awarded based on the evaluation criteria set out in the ITQ document. 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 tender documentation; responses received outside of the deadline or not sent via the eSourcing portal will not be accepted or considered further for this opportunity. How to Register on the CCS eSourcing Suite 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 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.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d2ca5e66-db31-4aac-87c7-22ff5b6c321b |
| 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 | 30 May 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 15 Jan 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 26 Feb 2019 |
| Contract period | 27 Feb 2019 - 10 May 2019 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £33,676 |
| 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 | TLI London |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | TRL |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 30 May 2019 at 14:55 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d2ca5e66-db31-4aac-87c7-22ff5b6c321b
- 2 May 2019 at 13:59 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d2ca5e66-db31-4aac-87c7-22ff5b6c321b
- 13 Mar 2019 at 14:52 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d2ca5e66-db31-4aac-87c7-22ff5b6c321b
- 14 Dec 2018 at 12:26 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3c054d71-e1f6-4820-9388-896883beb1f7

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d2ca5e66-db31-4aac-87c7-22ff5b6c321b
  30th May 2019 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3c054d71-e1f6-4820-9388-896883beb1f7
  14th December 2018 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/24c8f0ac-b6ba-4d91-928c-1dcb2e3f2bd8
  Bidder logging in for the first time
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/5a9a5631-e50b-4c88-a7fe-ca364967b656
  Bidder training
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/391cf6fe-8a26-4a25-b59a-26e2edcb8582
  AW5.2 Price Schedule
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/cde4f189-20a2-4a45-898e-d5e3f6773dfc
  CR18195 S1 - Services purchasing contract
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/a7dff587-70fb-4934-a95c-7a7a9882aeed
  ITQ Invitation to Quote questions CR18195
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/fa3d9dde-4f93-4a9f-877e-10dd9a32c59b
  ITQ Invitation to Quote
- https://gpsesourcing.cabinetoffice.gov.uk
  CCS Emptoris eSourcing Portal
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/SupplierAttachment/96fbb75f-5781-4d67-938b-ad53b764a33f
  CR18195 Redacted contract
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/d01a750f-4381-418f-b9d1-5849712f42f6
  CR18195 Redacted Contract

## Notice URLs

- http://www.uksbs.co.uk

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