GSS23744: UK Research and Innovation - Molecular Biology and Laboratory Chemicals Framework

A Pipeline Notice
by UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED

Source
Contracts Finder
Type
Potential Contract ()
Duration
4 year
Value
£16M
Sector
INDUSTRIAL
Published
26 Sep 2023
Delivery
09 Jul 2024 to 08 Jul 2028
Deadline
n/a

Concepts

Location

Geochart for 1 buyers and 0 suppliers

Description

***For the avoidance of doubt, this is not a call for competition. This notice is to inform the market of a Future Opportunity*** UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) brings together the seven Research Councils (AHRC, BBSRC, EPSRC, ESRC, MRC, NERC, STFC) plus Innovate UK and a new organisation, Research England. UKRI wishes to establish a Framework for the provision of Molecular Biology and Laboratory Chemicals. It is intended that the Framework will be based upon nine LOTS: LOT 1 - Nucleic Acid Manipulation LOT 2 - Protein Manipulation LOT 3 - Cell and Tissue Culture LOT 4 - Antibiotics LOT 5 - Chemicals and Solvents LOT 6 - Fine Chemicals LOT 7 - Drugs LOT 8 - Stable Isotypes LOT 9 - Biological Buffers The objective of this procurement will be to: a) Produce a Framework Agreement that UKRI can easily use and provide a compliant route to market. b) Capture a large percentage of the Molecular Biology and Laboratory Chemical requirements from large value items to low value, high volume items. c) Develop strong relationships with UKRI and Suppliers to ensure that the requirements are captured and value for money is achieved. d) To capture quality management information that will support informed decision making in future procurements. e) To ensure sustainability aspects are considered and integrated into the Framework Agreement. f) To continuously improve and apply best practice procurement that meets the end users' requirements. ****There is no commitment at this stage that the above mentioned opportunity will proceed in its current format****

Total Quantity or Scope

YEAR: 2024/2025; BUDGET: 4,000,000.00 YEAR: 2025/2026; BUDGET: 4,000,000.00 YEAR: 2026/2027; BUDGET: 4,000,000.00 YEAR: 2027/2028; BUDGET: 4,000,000.00

CPV Codes

  • 24000000 - Chemical products
  • 33696500 - Laboratory reagents
  • 33698100 - Microbiological cultures
  • 33954000 - Biological evidence collection kits
  • 71900000 - Laboratory services
  • 73111000 - Research laboratory services

Indicators

  • Contract is suitable for SMEs.
  • Contract is suitable for VCOs.

Other Information

***GSS23744 Supplier Day*** In order for Suppliers to obtain an overview of the requirement, UK SBS on behalf of UKRI will be holding a Supplier day on Monday 9th October 2023 at 11:00hrs GMT, and Thursday 12th October 2023 at 10:00hrs GMT. The duration of the Supplier day will be approximately 1 hour and will be held online. If you wish to attend, please complete the attached form https://forms.office.com/e/TEtgg7VSjN confirming your attendance and select your preferred date no later than Friday 6th October 2023 at 14:00hrs GMT. Please note that a maximum of two representatives per organisation is permitted. Following confirmation of attendance, a link to the supplier day will be shared with confirmed attendees. Any information supplied shall not place any supplier at an advantage in a potential procurement process. GSS23744 - UKRI Procurement Framework Agreement Final.pdf GSS23744- Draft Specification.pdf

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