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title: "CON20005 - Minor Works Framework - Daresbury Laboratory"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-029940"
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# CON20005 - Minor Works Framework - Daresbury Laboratory

Buyer: UK RESEARCH AND INNOVATION  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-029940

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## Summary

This procurement process, initiated by UK Shared Business Services Ltd (UK SBS) on behalf of UK Research and Innovation (UKRI), concerns the establishment of a Minor Works Framework Agreement for the Daresbury Laboratory, aimed at delivering minor construction, mechanical, and electrical works. The total estimated value for the framework is £9,500,000, with each individual project capped at £500,000. The procurement is currently at the award stage, following an open procedure in compliance with the Public Contracts Regulations 2015. The duration of the framework is set for three years, with the potential for a one-year extension, and responses to the tender were submitted via the Delta eSourcing portal, with specific access dates provided in the tender documentation.

This contract presents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) involved in construction and related services, as it entails a diverse range of minor works at a prominent scientific research facility. Contractors that specialise in mechanical, electrical, and civil engineering, especially those capable of handling projects up to £500,000, will find this tender appealing. The framework encourages collaboration with innovative contractors focused on high-quality delivery, making it ideal for businesses looking to expand their portfolios in construction projects while partnering with a reputable public sector client.

## Notice

UK Shared Business Services Ltd (UK SBS) on behalf of UK Research and Innovation ("UKRI"), wish to establish a Framework Agreement to provide minor Construction Building, Mechanical and Electrical works up to a value of PS500,0000.00 ex-VAT per project. UK SBS is manage this procurement process in accordance with the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 (as amended from time to time) (the "Regulations"). This is Works Framework Agreement being procured under the Open OJEU procedure regulations. The Framework Agreement duration shall be for a period of three years with an option extension of a 1-year period (3+1) from commencement for the Framework Agreement. The Framework contract is NEC4 Term Service Contract, Option A and it is the intention that projects will be issued on a Task Order basis. See section I.3) for access to procurement documentation.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

UK Shared Business Services Ltd (UK SBS) on behalf of UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) wishes to establish a Framework Agreement for the appointment of three Contractor's to undertake minor works up to the value of PS500,000.00 per project at the Daresbury Laboratory. UK SBS is manage this procurement process in accordance with the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 (as amended from time to time) (the "Regulations") This is Works Framework Agreement being procured under the Open OJEU procedure regulations. The Framework Agreement duration shall be for a period of three years with optional extensions of a 1-year period (3+1) from commencement of the Framework Agreement. The Framework Agreement contract is NEC4 Term Service Contract, Option A and it is the intention that projects will be issued on a Task Order basis. There is a lot going on at STFC, new builds, extensions, minor works, etc. Over the next five years a further 10,000m2 GIA could be added to the estate. Our facilities are new and old, traditional and unique. The Client requires to work with up to three contractors who can demonstrate and deliver a high volume of small construction projects (including design and build) and minor works projects up to PS50k and the ability to deliver projects up to PS500k. Any successful Contractor will be expected to have the capability to deliver mechanical, electrical (including high voltage) and civil engineering projects. Examples of this would include a full building heating system replacement, installation of new transformers or switch gear and any projects from the replacement of old concrete floor to the construction of bunds, walls and up to small buildings. Recent examples of projects undertaken include: - Office refurbishments - Toilet refurbishments - The removal of a significant tonnage of old concrete and renewal - Roof replacements - Building heating system replacements The Contractors will work closely with the Client, to deliver a variety of construction works in a coordinated, safe, timely, and cost-effective manner. The Client is looking to partner with up to three innovative contractors that invest into their businesses and people, have agility within their supply chain and manage performance and quality through robust process. The works will be priced using agreed schedule of rates, negotiated price or through open book approach with the contractor. The objective of the Framework Agreement is to jointly, achieve the 'best outcome in both price, quality and delivery'. In the first instance works with a value of up to PS15,000 will be offered to the Contractor who achieves the highest overall score in the tender evaluation and awarded subject to a KPI targets being achieved and a compliant quotation based on their Schedule of Rates being accepted by the Client. For Works valued at PS15,000 or more the three Contractors will be invited to submit quotations, subject to KPI targets being met, based on their Schedules of Rates for the works. A brief summary of the requirement has been provided above, please ensure you review all additional appendices for full details of this requirement. All additional appendices can be found within Stage One: Overview Section on the Delta eSourcing Portal.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/004559-2021 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large, SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 8 Mar 2021 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 26 Feb 2021 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £9,500,000 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Cancelled |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UK RESEARCH AND INNOVATION |
| Locality | SWINDON |
| Post town | Swindon |
| Postcode | SN2 1FL |
| 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 | TLD61 Warrington |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 3 |
| Supplier names | F PARKINSON; MANCHESTER & CHESHIRE CONSTRUCTION; NOVUS PROPERTY SOLUTIONS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45000000 - Construction work

## Release History

- 8 Mar 2021 at 10:42 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/004559-2021

## Notice URLs

- http://www.uksbs.co.uk
- https://ted.europa.eu/udl?uri=TED:NOTICE:412514-2020:TEXT:EN:HTML
- https://uksbs.delta-esourcing.com

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