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title: "FM21195 - Provision of British Antarctic Survey Food"
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# FM21195 - Provision of British Antarctic Survey Food

Buyer: UK RESEARCH AND INNOVATION  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-02ded3

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## Summary

The UK Shared Business Services Ltd (UK SBS) is managing a procurement process titled "FM21195 - Provision of British Antarctic Survey Food" under the open procedure, aimed at providing dry, frozen, and bonded provisions for the British Antarctic Survey (BAS) and its personnel. The procurement falls within the goods category, specifically food and related products, with a total estimated value of £3,750,000. This tender is currently active, with the submission deadline set for 15 October 2021. Once submitted, responses will be assessed in accordance with the Public Contracts Regulations 2015, and any submissions must be completed through the Delta eSourcing portal. 

This opportunity offers significant growth potential for suppliers capable of meeting the unique logistical challenges of providing supplies to operations in extreme environments like Antarctica. Businesses specialising in food supply, particularly those familiar with frozen and dry provisions suitable for harsh conditions, would be well-positioned to compete for this contract. Given the BAS's extensive operational requirements, potential suppliers should also be prepared for long-term commitments, including contract extensions that may last up to five years. Companies experienced in managing large-scale supply contracts under stringent regulatory frameworks would find this a fitting opportunity to expand their portfolio.

## Notice

UK SBS wishes to establish a Contract for the provision of The British Antarctic Survey (BAS) Station and Ships: dry, frozen and bonded provisions on behalf of UK Research and Innovation. UK SBS is managing this procurement process in accordance with Show less description the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 (as may be amended from time to time) (the "Regulations"). It is intended that a sole provider will be appointed for this Contract. The British Antarctic Survey (BAS) operate five research stations in and around Antarctica and a polar research ship. This RFP is to supply dry, frozen and bonded provisions for personnel on the stations and on board the ships. Ships and stations will also procure provisions from other ports around the world that will not form part of this contract. Other items excluded from this contract are: * Fresh fruit and vegetables * Field ration packs During the Antarctic summer there can be more than 250 scientists and support personnel stationed around the region. Everything they need to survive and work needs to be imported by air or sea. Those who remain in Antarctica during the winter need adequate supplies for over six months of isolation. The ship will take main stores twice a year, once on arrival in the UK after their Antarctic deployment, usually May or June; and again prior to their departure for Antarctica in September or October. The requirements are determined by the relevant purser and will encompass dry, frozen and bonded provisions. Each station needs an annual replenishment of materials and equipment which is delivered by a BAS ship during the Antarctic summer field season. One of the most important elements of the resupply exercise is the restocking of food supplies. UK SBS will be used the Delta eSourcing Portal for this procurement. The access code is: 34SKS4V98H This is a Supplies Contract being procured under Open OJEU Procedure Regulations. See section I.3) for access to procurement documentation.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

UK Shared Business Services Ltd (UK SBS) wishes to establish a Contract for the provision of The British Antarctic Survey (BAS) Station and Ships: dry, frozen and bonded provisions on behalf of UK Research and Innovation (UKRI). It is intended that a sole provider will be appointed for this Contract. The British Antarctic Survey (BAS) operate five research stations in and around Antarctica and a polar research ship. This RFP is to supply dry, frozen and bonded provisions for personnel on the stations and on board the ships. Ships and stations will also procure provisions from other ports around the world that will not form part of this contract. Other items excluded from this contract are: * Fresh fruit and vegetables * Field ration packs During the Antarctic summer there can be more than 250 scientists and support personnel stationed around the region. Everything they need to survive and work needs to be imported by air or sea. Those who remain in Antarctica during the winter need adequate supplies for over six months of isolation. The ship will take main stores twice a year, once on arrival in the UK after their Antarctic deployment, usually May or June; and again prior to their departure for Antarctica in September or October. The requirements are determined by the relevant purser and will encompass dry, frozen and bonded provisions. Each station needs an annual replenishment of materials and equipment which is delivered by a BAS ship during the Antarctic summer field season. One of the most important elements of the resupply exercise is the restocking of food supplies. A brief summary of the requirement has been provided above, please ensure you review the specification and all additional appendices for full details of this requirement. All documents relating to the procurement can be found within the Stage One: Overview Section on the Delta eSourcing Portal. UK SBS is managing this procurement process in accordance with the Public Contracts Regulations 2015 (as amended from time to time) (the "Regulations"). This is a Services Contract being procured under Open OJEU Procedure Regulations. See section I.3) for access to procurement documentation. UK SBS will be using the Delta eSourcing Portal for this procurement. The access code is: 34SKS4V98H

Renewal: This contract is being advertised for 3 + 1 + 1 years. Please note there is no obligation or commitment to extend beyond the initial 3 years.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/022372-2021 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 9 Sep 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 15 Oct 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £3,750,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Active |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## 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 | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 15 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products

### Codes

- 15000000 - Food, beverages, tobacco and related products

## Release History

- 9 Sep 2021 at 10:31 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/022372-2021

## Notice URLs

- http://www.uksbs.co.uk
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/

## Provenance

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