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title: "UKRI-1446 - Pest Control at the Rutherford Appleton Laboratory"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-02ca40"
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# UKRI-1446 - Pest Control at the Rutherford Appleton Laboratory

Buyer: UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-02ca40

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## Summary

The procurement process for pest control services at the Rutherford Appleton Laboratory is being managed by UK Research & Innovation, specifically through the Science and Technology Facilities Council. This tender, identified as UKRI-1446, has an estimated contract value of £300,000 and is classified under the CPV code for pest-control services. The procurement is currently in the Award stage, having been signed on 19 November 2021. The scope includes service provision across a range of buildings within the Harwell Campus, Oxfordshire, and the contract is set for a duration of three years with an option to extend for an additional year.

This opportunity is particularly suitable for small or medium enterprises (SMEs) specialising in pest control services. Companies with experience in providing comprehensive pest management, including rodent and insect control, would find this tender valuable. Given the diverse portfolio of buildings and the requirement for services at multiple locations, this contract offers excellent potential for business growth and the chance to build a strong relationship with a significant public sector buyer.

## Notice

The Science and Technology Facilities Council, part of UK Research and Innovation are seeking proposals from suppliers to provide Pest Control Services at the Rutherford Appleton Laboratory. The contract to be let on a 3+1 year basis.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The Science and Technology Facilities Council, part of UK Research and Innovation are seeking proposals from suppliers to provide Pest Control Services at the Rutherford Appleton Laboratory. SITE DETAILS STFC is a world-leading multi-disciplinary science organisation. Their research seeks to understand the Universe from the largest astronomical scales to the tiniest constituents of matter, yet creates impact on a very tangible, human scale. For more information, please visit: www.stfc.ukri.org a. The STFC estate comprises a portfolio of old and new buildings, comprising a diverse range of space/accommodation types including offices, reception, communal and amenity areas, laboratories and clean rooms. b.The primary scope encompasses the Rutherford Appleton Laboratory (RAL), which is at the heart of the Harwell Campus in Oxfordshire, England. Approximately 1,200 staff at RAL support the work of more than 10,000 scientists and engineers, chiefly from the university research community. RAL's pioneering research in areas such as energy, security, healthcare and the environment addresses important challenges facing society. c.The RAL site is approximately 35 hectares and there are currently around 71 buildings on it. Please refer to Appendix D for details of the buildings site plan currently included in scope of the tender. d.The contract should also provide services for Ridgeway House which is a 123 bedroom hotel at Rutherford Site (R87) and the Bright Horizons Nursery (Little Stars - R31). In addition, services should be provided for The Cosener's House, Abingdon which is a 50 bedroom hotel and conference Centre set in grounds on the bank of the River Thames e.There is a laboratory at Chilbolton near Stockbridge that consists of 8 buildings. Contractors should note that these areas are also in scope. Bidders should note, some buildings may change (be extended, removed or added) General Service Requirement: Internal and external rodent and insect control Electric Fly killers Rabbit control Bed bug monitoring

Renewal: The estimated annual value of this contract is PS60,000.00 however the total value of the contract has been uplifted to take into account any new buildings or ad-hoc call-outs which are to be agreed during the term of the contract. This Contract is being let as a 3 year fixed term with the option to extend for a further 1 year.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029566-2021 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 29 Nov 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 31 Aug 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 19 Nov 2021 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £300,000 |
| Lots value | £300,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £300,000 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UK RESEARCH & 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 | TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | COUNTRYWIDE ENVIRONMENTAL |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

### Codes

- 90922000 - Pest-control services

## Release History

- 29 Nov 2021 at 12:15 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029566-2021
- 20 Jul 2021 at 15:15 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/017106-2021

## Notice URLs

- http://www.ukri.org
- https://ukri.delta-esourcing.com/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=646974164
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Swindon:-Pest-control-services./J9JAQ4Z492

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