--- title: "UKRI-3601 STFC Closed Water Systems - maintenance, reactive, remedial, sampling and project works" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-049b3f" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-049b3f" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-049b3f.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-049b3f.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "UK RESEARCH AND INNOVATION" published: "2024-09-16" --- # UKRI-3601 STFC Closed Water Systems - maintenance, reactive, remedial, sampling and project works Buyer: UK RESEARCH AND INNOVATION Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-049b3f [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-049b3f) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-049b3f.json) ## Summary UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) invites tenders for the "UKRI-3601 STFC Closed Water Systems" project, which encompasses maintenance, reactive, remedial, sampling, and project works related to STFC Estates. The procurement process is at the tender stage and uses an open procedure. This opportunity is listed under the "Composition and purity testing and analysis services" category and pertains to the Oxfordshire region (UKJ14). The contract is valued at £1,440,000 GBP over a two-year period, starting approximately November 2024 with an optional one-year extension. A site tour at the Rutherford Appleton Laboratory (RAL) is scheduled for 24th September 2024 at 10:00 GMT. The deadline for submission of tenders is 22nd October 2024, at 14:00 GMT. This tender creates significant business growth opportunities, particularly for SMEs with expertise in water systems compliance. Businesses specialising in maintaining water quality, corrosion and scaling prevention, and ensuring regulatory compliance will find this tender well-suited to their capabilities. The tender includes routine tasks such as chemical analysis and treatment protocol adjustments, with an emphasis on safety and documentation. With an estimated yearly value of £480,000 GBP, including £300,000 for Planned Preventative Maintenance, this contract presents a substantial and reliable revenue stream for the selected supplier. Participation in the tender could foster a long-term partnership with UKRI, enhancing business credibility and market presence. ## Notice The aim of this procurement is to contract with a Supplier to complete all Planned, Preventative Maintenance (PPM), reactive, remedial and project works pertaining to across STFC Estates . We are seeking to contract the services on a longer term to build a partnership with a supplier, put in place key performance indicators and provide value for money. This contract is for 2 years, starting from approximately November 2024 and the agreement shall be in place until 2026. Further a one year optional extension may be utilised. We are looking to contract with Specialist a Water Systems Compliance Supplier who has extensive technical and commercial capability to deliver all aspects of the services. Please refer to the full set of documents to see the full scope of services required. ### Lot Information Lot 1 UKRI are looking to contract with Specialist a Water Systems Compliance Supplier who has extensive technical and commercial capability to deliver all aspects of the services. Please refer to the full set of documents to see the full scope of services required. The scope of work includes; Maintaining water quality, minimising corrosion and scaling, and ensuring regulatory compliance. Responsibilities entail routine sampling using sterile techniques, chemical analysis, and adjusting treatment protocols as needed. Deliverables include quarterly reports on sampling results and treatment activities, alongside documentation of corrective actions and system maintenance. Health, safety, and environmental considerations are paramount, with adherence to regulations and continuous quality assurance measures in place. The estimated value of the opportunity is PS480,000 GBP ex VAT per year, of which PS300,000 GBP is Planned Preventative Maintenance. The remainder of the yearly value is anticipated reactive, remedial or project work. This in turn leads to an estimation of PS960,000.00 GBP ex VAT for the minimum two year contract. For the full potential duration of 3 years this is estimated at up to PS1,440,000.00 GBP ex VAT. It should be noted that the Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) is the only service that is guaranteed through this contract. All other services stated in the specification shall be utilised as and when required and are not guaranteed. Site Tour: UKRI STFC Rutherford Appleton Laboratory (RAL) will be holding a site tour for this requirement. It is recommended that potential suppliers attend the site tour at RAL in order to gain complete clarity of the requirements and the environment. A site tour will be held on Tuesday 24th September 2024 at 10:00hrs GMT and will last no more than 2 hours. The visit is not mandated and the written tender documentation is sufficient in order to Bid. To book on to the site tour, please submit the names, email addresses and vehicle registration numbers of those attending to UKRI via the message function on the Delta eSourcing Portal. Please confirm your attendance. Please ensure you bring photo ID for your admission on to site. Additional information: To respond to this opportunity please click here: https://ukri.delta-esourcing.com/respond/5826JRY4R7 Options: 1 year extension to the services may be taken up by UKRI. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029584-2024 | | 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 | 16 Sep 2024 | | Submission deadline | 22 Oct 2024 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £1,440,000 | | Lots value | £1,440,000 | | 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 2FL | | 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 | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services ### Codes - 71610000 - Composition and purity testing and analysis services ## Release History - 16 Sep 2024 at 15:05 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/029584-2024 ## Notice URLs - http://www.ukri.org - https://ukri.delta-esourcing.com/respond/5826JRY4R7 - https://ukri.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Swindon:-Composition-and-purity-testing-and-analysis-services./5826JRY4R7 - https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Swindon:-Composition-and-purity-testing-and-analysis-services./5826JRY4R7 ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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