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title: "UK SBS PR19099 Loki Lower Sample Stages"
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# UK SBS PR19099 Loki Lower Sample Stages

Buyer: UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-f40b3ab7-2395-4743-9aea-384f462ee9f5

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## Summary

The UK Shared Business Services Limited is undertaking a procurement process titled "UK SBS PR19099 Loki Lower Sample Stages," focusing on scientific installations. This process is currently at the award stage, concluding with the award made on 31 December 2019, following the tender period which ended on 11 December 2019. The contract, valued at £80,900, is for the design, supply of materials, manufacture, assembly, testing, and delivery of an XYZ Sample Stage Assembly to ESS in Lund, Sweden. The contract is set to commence on 6 January 2020 and run until 30 June 2021.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses engaged in scientific instrumentation and engineering, particularly those specialising in manufacturing precision equipment. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in the design and assembly of technical components, particularly for use in research settings, would be well-suited to compete for similar opportunities. The competitive procurement method indicates that pricing and capability will be crucial, thus fostering an environment for innovative and cost-effective solutions.

## Notice

The final date and time for the submission of bids is 11/12/2019 at 14:00 DO NOT apply directly to the buyer. All tender information MUST be submitted through the Delta eSourcing Portal. Please follow the URL contained within the 'Other Information' section. Brief Description of Requirement: LOKI is a SANS instrument that will enable scientists to answer the challenging materials science questions of tomorrow in fields from health and aging, to sustainability and energy security. One of the first instrument concepts to be proposed and moved into construction, LOKI will be part of the early science programme at ESS. This requirement is for the design, supply of material, manufacture, assembly, testing and delivery of XYZ Sample Stage Assembly to ESS Lund Sweden. The XYZ Sample Stage Assembly is a set of base stages that will be used to orientate samples in the neutron beam. These stages will accommodate various different sample configurations. Some setups could use a 500kg magnet whilst other setups could use a set of goniometers. Please ensure you review all information supplied within the e-sourcing portal to gain a full understanding of this requirement. This contract will be awarded based on the evaluation criteria set out in the ITQ document. Additional information: To register and access tender documents please follow the below link https://delta-esourcing.com/respond/F94283N426 DO NOT APPLY DIRECTLY TO BUYER UK SBS will be using the Delta eSourcing portal for this procurement. Responses must be received by the date in the tender documentation. Responses received outside of the deadline or not submitted via the eSourcing portal will not be accepted or considered further for this opportunity. How to Register on the Delta eSourcing Suite To register and gain access to tender documents on the Delta eSourcing portal, please follow the URL: https://delta-esourcing.com/respond/F94283N426 As a user of the e-Sourcing Suite you will have access to Delta 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 Delta e-Sourcing suite please contact the BiP Helpdesk via the Live Chat on their website, or Telephone: 0845 270 7050.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/65ed64f7-1fec-42cb-815e-1031c42e4fcd |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Competitive quotation (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 6 Jan 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 11 Dec 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 31 Dec 2019 |
| Contract period | 6 Jan 2020 - 30 Jun 2021 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £150,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £80,900 |
| 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 | TLK South West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | JJ X-RAY |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45214630 - Scientific installations

## Release History

- 6 Jan 2020 at 10:23 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/65ed64f7-1fec-42cb-815e-1031c42e4fcd
- 8 Nov 2019 at 16:55 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ae3d2ee7-c4b5-4fa8-8f81-4e73f6d34653

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/65ed64f7-1fec-42cb-815e-1031c42e4fcd
  6th January 2020 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ae3d2ee7-c4b5-4fa8-8f81-4e73f6d34653
  8th November 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://delta-esourcing.com/respond/F94283N426

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