UK-Swindon: Actuators.
Section I: Contracting Authority
I.1) Name and addresses
UK Research and Innovation
Polaris House, North Star Avenue, Swindon, SN2 2FL, United Kingdom
Tel. +44 1793442000, Email: STFCprocurement@ukri.org
Main Address: www.ukri.org
NUTS Code: UKK14
I.2) Joint procurement
The contract involves joint procurement: No.
In the case of joint procurement involving different countries, state applicable national procurement law: Not provided
The contract is awarded by a central purchasing body: No.
I.3) Communication
The procurement documents are available for unrestricted and full direct access, free of charge, at: https://ukri.delta-esourcing.com/
Additional information can be obtained from: the abovementioned address
Tenders or requests to participate must be sent to the abovementioned address
Electronic communication requires the use of tools and devices that are not generally available. Unrestricted and full direct access to these tools and devices is possible, free of charge, at: Not provided
I.4) Type of the contracting authority
Body governed by public law
I.5) Main activity
Other activity:

Section II: Object
II.1) Scope of the procurement
II.1.1) Title: UKRI-1643 Linear Actuators Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS)
Reference Number: UKRI-1643
II.1.2) Main CPV Code:
31131100 - Actuators.

II.1.3) Type of contract: SUPPLIES
II.1.4) Short description: The Science & Technology Facilities Council (STFC), a component Research Council of UK Research & Innovation (UKRI), the Contracting Authority, is looking to establish a Dynamic Purchasing System for the purchasing of both Non-Vacuum and Vacuum Compatible Linear Actuators for use on beamlines at our Central Laser Facility at Rutherford Appleton Laboratory as well as other departments across UKRI. Actuators with be grouped into specific Categories as follows:
Category 1 – Linear Actuators –Non-Vacuum - Encoded
Category 2 – Linear Actuators –Non-Vacuum - Non-encoded
Category 3 – Linear Actuators – Vacuum Compatible – Encoded
Category 4 – Linear Actuators – Vacuum Compatible – Non-encoded
There is no guaranteed level of spend through this DPS. There are 4 separate eSourcing links, one for each Category of supply mentioned above. A separate application is required for each Category. The specific link for each Category is stated further down this Notice, each holds all tender documents
II.1.5) Estimated total value:
Value excluding VAT: 5,000,000
Currency: GBP
II.1.6) Information about lots:
This contract is divided into lots: Yes
Tenders may be submitted for: All lots
Maximum number of lots that may be awarded to one tenderer: Not provided
The contracting authority reserves the right to award contracts combining the following lots or groups of lots: Not provided

II.2) Description
II.2) Description Lot No. 1

II.2.1) Title: Category 1 – Linear Actuators – Non-Vacuum - Encoded
Lot No: 1
II.2.2) Additional CPV codes:
31131100 - Actuators.

II.2.3) Place of performance:
UKJ14 Oxfordshire

II.2.4) Description of procurement: Category 1 – Linear Actuators –Non-Vacuum - Encoded

The technical requirements for the actuators such as travel distance and force will vary depending on the required specifications and the area of use. The Contracting Authority cannot define minimum/maximum values as this will depend on each and every individual requirement needed. When applying for this Category of Actuator, Bidders are to confirm that they are able to supply products and return suitable information confirming they meet the requirements for this specific Category.

Please click the following link to view the full set of tender documents and apply for Category 1;

https://ukri.delta-esourcing.com/respond/589DE7U23W

Bidders should note there are different links to access each of the four Categories under this DPS. Bidders will need to apply for each Category separately in order to be considered for a specific Category. Bidders can apply for one, two, three or all four Categories, should they choose to do so.

It should be noted that Bidders can apply to the DPS at any point during its lifetime. The closure date stated in IV.2.2) is for the initial joining stage and Bidders can apply after this date (until the end date of the DPS).
II.2.5) Award criteria:
Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents
II.2.6) Estimated value:
Value excluding VAT: 5,000,000
Currency: GBP
II.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system:
Duration in months: 24
This contract is subject to renewal: No
Description of renewals: Not provided
II.2.9) Information about the limits on the number of candidates to be invited:
Envisaged minimum number: 1

Objective criteria for choosing the limited number of candidates: Not provided
II.2.10) Information about variants:
Variants will be accepted: No
II.2.11) Information about options:
Options: Yes
Description of options: The option to extend for a 3rd and 4th year, released individually, at the discretion of UKRI.
II.2.12) Information about electronic catalogues:
Tenders must be presented in the form of electronic catalogues or include an electronic catalogue: No
II.2.13) Information about European Union funds:
The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No
Identification of the project: Not provided
II.2.14) Additional information: To respond to this opportunity please click here: https://ukri.delta-esourcing.com/respond/589DE7U23W
II.2) Description Lot No. 2

II.2.1) Title: Category 2 - Linear Actuators –Non-Vacuum - Non-encoded
Lot No: 2
II.2.2) Additional CPV codes:
31131100 - Actuators.

II.2.3) Place of performance:
UKJ14 Oxfordshire

II.2.4) Description of procurement: Category 2 - Linear Actuators –Non-Vacuum - Non-encoded

The technical requirements for the actuators such as travel distance and force will vary depending on the required specifications and the area of use. The Contracting Authority cannot define minimum/maximum values as this will depend on each and every individual requirement needed. When applying for this Category of Actuator, Bidders are to confirm that they are able to supply products and return suitable information confirming they meet the requirements for this specific Category.

Please click the following link to view the full set of tender documents and apply for Category 2;

https://ukri.delta-esourcing.com/respond/76QF4J5WM6

Bidders should note there are different links to access each of the four Categories under this DPS. Bidders will need to apply for each Category separately in order to be considered for a specific Category. Bidders can apply for one, two, three or all four Categories, should they choose to do so.

It should be noted that Bidders can apply to the DPS at any point during its lifetime. The closure date stated in IV.2.2) is for the initial joining stage.

It should be noted that Bidders can apply to the DPS at any point during its lifetime. The closure date stated in IV.2.2) is for the initial joining stage and Bidders can apply after this date (until the end date of the DPS).
II.2.5) Award criteria:
Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents
II.2.6) Estimated value:
Value excluding VAT: 5,000,000
Currency: GBP
II.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system:
Duration in months: 24
This contract is subject to renewal: No
Description of renewals: Not provided
II.2.9) Information about the limits on the number of candidates to be invited:
Envisaged minimum number: 1

Objective criteria for choosing the limited number of candidates: Not provided
II.2.10) Information about variants:
Variants will be accepted: No
II.2.11) Information about options:
Options: Yes
Description of options: The option to extend for a 3rd and 4th year, released individually, at the discretion of UKRI.
II.2.12) Information about electronic catalogues:
Tenders must be presented in the form of electronic catalogues or include an electronic catalogue: No
II.2.13) Information about European Union funds:
The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No
Identification of the project: Not provided
II.2.14) Additional information: To respond to this opportunity please click here: https://ukri.delta-esourcing.com/respond/76QF4J5WM6
II.2) Description Lot No. 3

II.2.1) Title: Category 3 – Linear Actuators – Vacuum Compatible – Encoded
Lot No: 3
II.2.2) Additional CPV codes:
31131100 - Actuators.

II.2.3) Place of performance:
UKJ14 Oxfordshire

II.2.4) Description of procurement: Category 3 – Linear Actuators – Vacuum Compatible – Encoded

The technical requirements for the actuators such as travel distance and force will vary depending on the required specifications and the area of use. The Contracting Authority cannot define minimum/maximum values as this will depend on each and every individual requirement needed. When applying for this Category of Actuator, Bidders are to confirm that they are able to supply products and return suitable information confirming they meet the requirements for this specific Category.

Please click the following link to view the full set of tender documents and apply for Category 3;

https://ukri.delta-esourcing.com/respond/3Z743A2E88

Bidders should note there are different links to access each of the four Categories under this DPS. Bidders will need to apply for each Category separately in order to be considered for a specific Category. Bidders can apply for one, two, three or all four Categories, should they choose to do so.

It should be noted that Bidders can apply to the DPS at any point during its lifetime. The closure date stated in IV.2.2) is for the initial joining stage and Bidders can apply after this date (until the end date of the DPS).
II.2.5) Award criteria:
Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents
II.2.6) Estimated value:
Value excluding VAT: 5,000,000
Currency: GBP
II.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system:
Duration in months: 24
This contract is subject to renewal: No
Description of renewals: Not provided
II.2.9) Information about the limits on the number of candidates to be invited:
Envisaged minimum number: 1

Objective criteria for choosing the limited number of candidates: Not provided
II.2.10) Information about variants:
Variants will be accepted: No
II.2.11) Information about options:
Options: Yes
Description of options: The option to extend for a 3rd and 4th year, released individually, at the discretion of UKRI.
II.2.12) Information about electronic catalogues:
Tenders must be presented in the form of electronic catalogues or include an electronic catalogue: No
II.2.13) Information about European Union funds:
The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No
Identification of the project: Not provided
II.2.14) Additional information: To respond to this opportunity please click here: https://ukri.delta-esourcing.com/respond/3Z743A2E88
II.2) Description Lot No. 4

II.2.1) Title: Category 4 – Linear Actuators – Vacuum Compatible – Non-encoded
Lot No: 4
II.2.2) Additional CPV codes:
31131100 - Actuators.

II.2.3) Place of performance:
UKJ14 Oxfordshire

II.2.4) Description of procurement: Category 4 – Linear Actuators – Vacuum Compatible – Non-encoded

The technical requirements for the actuators such as travel distance and force will vary depending on the required specifications and the area of use. The Contracting Authority cannot define minimum/maximum values as this will depend on each and every individual requirement needed. When applying for this Category of Actuator, Bidders are to confirm that they are able to supply products and return suitable information confirming they meet the requirements for this specific Category.

Please click the following link to view the full set of tender documents and apply for Category 4;

https://ukri.delta-esourcing.com/respond/ZUHJQ824M4

Bidders should note there are different links to access each of the four Categories under this DPS. Bidders will need to apply for each Category separately in order to be considered for a specific Category. Bidders can apply for one, two, three or all four Categories, should they choose to do so.

It should be noted that Bidders can apply to the DPS at any point during its lifetime. The closure date stated in IV.2.2) is for the initial joining stage and Bidders can apply after this date (until the end date of the DPS).
II.2.5) Award criteria:
Price is not the only award criterion and all criteria are stated only in the procurement documents
II.2.6) Estimated value:
Value excluding VAT: 5,000,000
Currency: GBP
II.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system:
Duration in months: 24
This contract is subject to renewal: No
Description of renewals: Not provided
II.2.9) Information about the limits on the number of candidates to be invited:
Envisaged minimum number: 1

Objective criteria for choosing the limited number of candidates: Not provided
II.2.10) Information about variants:
Variants will be accepted: No
II.2.11) Information about options:
Options: Yes
Description of options: The option to extend for a 3rd and 4th year, released individually, at the discretion of UKRI.
II.2.12) Information about electronic catalogues:
Tenders must be presented in the form of electronic catalogues or include an electronic catalogue: No
II.2.13) Information about European Union funds:
The procurement is related to a project and/or programme financed by European Union funds: No
Identification of the project: Not provided
II.2.14) Additional information: To respond to this opportunity please click here: https://ukri.delta-esourcing.com/respond/ZUHJQ824M4


Section III: Legal, Economic, Financial And Technical Information
III.1) Conditions for participation
III.1.1) Suitability to pursue the professional activity, including requirements relating to enrolment on professional or trade registers
List and brief description of conditions:
Not Provided
III.1.2) Economic and financial standing
List and brief description of selection criteria:
Not Provided
Minimum level(s) of standards possibly required (if applicable) :
Not Provided
III.1.3) Technical and professional ability
List and brief description of selection criteria:
Not Provided
Minimum level(s) of standards possibly required (if applicable) :
Not Provided
III.1.5) Information about reserved contracts (if applicable)
The contract is reserved to sheltered workshops and economic operators aiming at the social and professional integration of disabled or disadvantaged persons: No
The execution of the contract is restricted to the framework of sheltered employment programmes: No

III.2) Conditions related to the contract

III.2.2) Contract performance conditions
Not Provided
III.2.3) Information about staff responsible for the performance of the contract
Obligation to indicate the names and professional qualifications of the staff assigned to performing the contract: No

Section IV: Procedure
IV.1) Description RESTRICTED
IV.1.1) Type of procedure: Restricted

IV.1.3) Information about a framework agreement or a dynamic purchasing system
The procurement involves the establishment of a framework agreement - NO
The procurement involves the setting up of a dynamic purchasing system
In the case of framework agreements justification for any duration exceeding 4 years: Not Provided


IV.1.6) Information about electronic auction:
An electronic auction will be used: No
Additional information about electronic auction: Not provided
IV.1.8) Information about the Government Procurement Agreement (GPA)
The procurement is covered by the Government Procurement Agreement: Yes
IV.2) Administrative information
IV.2.1) Previous publication concerning this procedure:
Notice number in the OJ S: 2022/S 000 - 009150
IV.2.2) Time limit for receipt of tenders or requests to participate
Date: 10/11/2022 Time: 11:00
IV.2.3) Estimated date of dispatch of invitations to tender or to participate to selected candidates: Not Provided
IV.2.4) Languages in which tenders or requests to participate may be submitted: English,
IV.2.6) Minimum time frame during which the tenderer must maintain the tender:
Duration in month(s): 1



Section VI: Complementary Information
VI.1) Information about recurrence
This is a recurrent procurement: No
Estimated timing for further notices to be published: Not provided
VI.2) Information about electronic workflows
Electronic ordering will be used No
Electronic invoicing will be accepted Yes
Electronic payment will be used No
VI.3) Additional Information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement.
To view this notice, please click here:
https://ukri.delta-esourcing.com/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=723163443
VI.4) Procedures for review
VI.4.1) Review body:
UK Research & Innovation
Science & Technology Facilities Council, Rutherford Appleton Laboratory, Harwell, Oxford, OX11 0QX, United Kingdom
VI.4.2) Body responsible for mediation procedures:
Not provided
VI.4.3) Review procedure
Precise information on deadline(s) for review procedures:
Not Provided
VI.4.4) Service from which information about the lodging of appeals may be obtained:
Not provided
VI.5) Date Of Dispatch Of This Notice: 26/09/2022

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