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title: "20ft ISO Reefer Container"
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# 20ft ISO Reefer Container

Buyer: UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-e8c1a1cc-f7dc-47b4-a022-3ddf919ddcff

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## Summary

The Natural Environment Research Council (NERC) is seeking to procure a 20ft ISO Reefer Container with dual refrigeration units through an open procurement method. The deadline for bid submissions is Tuesday, 29th August 2017, at 14:00. This procurement is categorized under "Ships and similar vessels for the transport of persons or goods," specifically targeting the refrigerated container sector. All tenders must be submitted via the CCS eSourcing Portal, and the item will be delivered to a location with postal code CH41 9BP. The contract period is set to commence on 30th August 2017 and will extend until 26th August 2019, with an estimated contract value of £26,000.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) specialising in refrigerated storage solutions, particularly those experienced in manufacturing or supplying ISO containers. Companies that can meet stringent temperature control standards, such as maintaining -25°C, and possess capabilities in providing dual redundant refrigeration systems would be well-positioned to compete. Businesses with expertise in the necessary British/European compliance for storage containers will find this tender particularly aligned with their service offerings.

## Notice

The final date and time for the submission of bids is Tuesday 29th August 2017 at 14:00 Note : 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 . All tender information must be submitted through the CCS eSourcing Portal. 20ft ISO Reefer Container with Dual Refrigeration Units. The Natural Environment Research Council (NERC) is seeking to purchase a 20ft Reefer container with standard doors and two refrigeration units, (one in the front wall and one in the side wall). Looking outside at the container doors, the side unit needs to be on the right. The refrigerated container must be able to maintain temperatures at -25degC. Dual redundant refrigeration units must be provided to ensure that in the event of a refrigeration unit failing the reefer will be able to maintain the temperature of -25degC. The container will be used for storage of ice cores thus the temperature remains critical to ensure the integrity of the ice cores. NERC currently have four reefers containing the Thermo King Magnum brand of refrigeration units. They require equal to or equivalent of these refrigeration units noting that they have spares which they would like to be able to use. Please see appendix 1. in the attached RE17284 - 20ft Reefer Container - ITQ Invitation to Quote document, for the spares list currently held. All devices listed must meet relevant British/European or equivalent standards conforming to the ISO shipping standards. The full detailed specification can be found in the attached RE17284 - 20ft Reefer Container - ITQ Invitation to Quote 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.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9c0030fb-36a8-42e6-bec3-65f7f6b9f13d |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 24 Oct 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 29 Aug 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 29 Aug 2017 - 26 Aug 2019 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £26,000 |
| 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 | NEWPORT |
| Post town | Newport |
| Postcode | NP10 8QQ |
| Country | Wales |
| ITL 1 | TLL Wales |
| ITL 2 | TLL5 South East Wales |
| ITL 3 | TLL54 Monmouthshire and Newport |
| Local authority | Newport |
| Electoral ward | Tredegar Park and Marshfield |
| Westminster constituency | Newport West and Islwyn |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation
- 44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

### Codes

- 34512000 - Ships and similar vessels for the transport of persons or goods
- 44613200 - Refrigerated containers
- 44613400 - Storage containers

## Release History

- 24 Oct 2017 at 08:57 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9c0030fb-36a8-42e6-bec3-65f7f6b9f13d
- 23 Aug 2017 at 09:58 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9c0030fb-36a8-42e6-bec3-65f7f6b9f13d
- 15 Aug 2017 at 07:23 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9c0030fb-36a8-42e6-bec3-65f7f6b9f13d

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9c0030fb-36a8-42e6-bec3-65f7f6b9f13d
  24th October 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/9f2e31de-6f58-42ca-90a1-2469b93bef5f
  AW4.1 - Terms and Conditions
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/af566238-e583-46f7-88d6-93d943d26164
  AW5.2 Price Schedule
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/9486a00f-3dd8-4c19-84dc-69dd1d0267af
  UK SBS RE17284 - 20ft Reefer Container - ITQQ Invitation to Quote questions
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/f6048c55-c215-4b13-a772-c135e0a24926
  Bidder - Logging into Emptoris for the first time
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/4e3b36e0-5474-48ab-9d6b-569bafb40e1e
  Bidder Training
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/6e5b1da4-28a1-4439-b127-12b78e9f91fd
  UK SBS RE17284 - 20ft Reefer Container - ITQ Invitation to Quote
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/136ecd00-a711-443f-b422-24a31ef38947
  UK SBS RE17284 - 20ft Reefer Container - ITQ Invitation to Quote

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