--- title: "UKRI - RE21686 - Calibration service for the ionisation radiation portable instruments - Request for Proposal" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0305c1" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-0305c1" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0305c1.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0305c1.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "UK RESEARCH AND INNOVATION" published: "2021-12-24" --- # UKRI - RE21686 - Calibration service for the ionisation radiation portable instruments - Request for Proposal Buyer: UK RESEARCH AND INNOVATION Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0305c1 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-0305c1) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-0305c1.json) ## Summary The UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) is currently undertaking a procurement process for the calibration services of ionisation radiation portable instruments. This tender, titled "UKRI - RE21686 - Calibration service for the ionisation radiation portable instruments - Request for Proposal," falls under the repair and maintenance services industry category. The procurement is in the Tender stage, with bids due by 11:00 on 28th January 2022. The contract is set to commence on 19th January 2022 and will run for three years, with possible extensions through to 18th January 2027. Bidders are required to submit their proposals via the Delta eSourcing Portal, adhering strictly to the instructions provided in the tender documentation. This opportunity presents a significant growth potential for businesses specialising in calibration and maintenance services, especially those certified by UKAS for ionisation radiation detection. Companies equipped to handle the periodic checks of radiation detection instruments will find it particularly beneficial to participate. Furthermore, businesses interested in providing services related to laboratory, optical, and precision equipment should consider competing for this contract, leveraging their expertise to meet the stringent requirements outlined by the contracting authority. The active engagement on the Delta eSourcing Portal is crucial for receiving updates and ensuring a competitive bid is submitted on time. ## Notice In order to monitor the radiation generated in the different areas of ISIS, the ISIS Health Physics (IHP) staff (located at RAL) use portable instruments dedicated for ionisation radiation detection which requires periodic checks. These instruments are Show less description used to measure radioactive contamination (alpha and beta particles) and ionisation radiation (in gamma, X-ray or neutron field, or in a mixture of them). The Agency is looking for bidders capable of performing the required calibration checks for all the portable instruments used by IHP. ISIS Health Physics Section (IHP) requires that the instruments used for ionisation radiation detection have to be checked and calibrated periodically by a certified UKAS laboratory. Current quantity levels of the type of instruments are: - Alpha & beta: 45 instruments - Gamma & X-rays: 240 instruments - Neutron: 30 instruments Please ensure you review all attached information to ensure a full understanding of this requirement. All attachments can be found with the Document Uploads tab within the Delta eSourcing Portal. This Contract will be for 3 years with the potential for +1 +1 years optional extensions. The Contract will start on 19th January 2022 and the end of the Contract will be 18th January 2025 should both the options to extend be utilised the Contract will end on the 18th January 2027. This contract will be awarded based on the evaluation criteria as set out in the RFP document. How to Apply UK Shared Business Services Ltd (UK SBS) will be using the Delta eSourcing Portal for this procurement. To register on the Delta eSourcing portal please use the link https://www.delta-esourcing.com/ and follow the instructions to register. If you are already registered on the Delta eSourcing Portal and wish to participate in this procurement, please use the link: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/ and the follow the instructions to 'Log in' Once you are logged into the system you will be able to link yourself into this procurement using the Access Code: 4YK362UCU7 ### Lot Information Lot 1 The final date and time for the submission of bids is Friday 28th January 2022 at 11:00. DO NOT apply directly to the buyer. All tender information MUST be submitted through the Delta eSourcing Portal. Brief Description of Requirement In order to monitor the radiation generated in the different areas of ISIS, the ISIS Health Physics (IHP) staff (located at RAL) use portable instruments dedicated for ionisation radiation detection which requires periodic checks. These instruments are used to measure radioactive contamination (alpha and beta particles) and ionisation radiation (in gamma, X-ray or neutron field, or in a mixture of them). The Agency is looking for bidders capable of performing the required calibration checks for all the portable instruments used by IHP. ISIS Health Physics Section (IHP) requires that the instruments used for ionisation radiation detection have to be checked and calibrated periodically by a certified UKAS laboratory. Current quantity levels of the type of instruments are: - Alpha & beta: 45 instruments - Gamma & X-rays: 240 instruments - Neutron: 30 instruments Please ensure you review all attached information to ensure a full understanding of this requirement. All attachments can be found with the Document Uploads tab within the Delta eSourcing Portal. This Contract will be for 3 years with the potential for +1 +1 years optional extensions. The Contract will start on 20th February 2025 with the option to extend to 20th February 2026 and to a maximum of 20th February 2027 where all optional extensions are invoked This contract will be awarded based on the evaluation criteria as set out in the RFP document. How to Apply UK Shared Business Services Ltd (UK SBS) will be using the Delta eSourcing Portal for this procurement. To register on the Delta eSourcing portal please use the link https://www.delta-esourcing.com/ and follow the instructions to register. If you are already registered on the Delta eSourcing Portal and wish to participate in this procurement, please use the link: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/ and the follow the instructions to 'Log in' Once you are logged into the system you will be able to link yourself into this procurement using the Access Code: 4YK362UCU7 ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/032330-2021 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 24 Dec 2021 | | Submission deadline | 28 Jan 2022 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 21 Feb 2022 - 20 Jan 2027 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £140,000 | | Lots value | £140,000 | | 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 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 | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses) - 50 - Repair and maintenance services ### Codes - 38000000 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses) - 50000000 - Repair and maintenance services ## Release History - 24 Dec 2021 at 12:37 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/032330-2021 ## Notice URLs - http://www.delta-esourcing.co.uk - http://www.uksbs.co.uk - http://www.uksbs.co.uk/services/procure/contracts/Pages/default.aspx - https://www.delta-esourcing.com/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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