UK Research & Innovation: UKRI-1842 – STFC Furniture (Design, Supply, Install and Recycle) Framework

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UKRI-1842 – STFC Furniture (Design, Supply, Install and Recycle) Framework

UK-Swindon: Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products.
Section I: Contracting Authority
      I.1) Name and addresses
             UK Research & Innovation
             Polaris House, North Star Avenue, Swindon, SN2 1FL, United Kingdom
             Tel. +44 1793442000, Email: stfcprocurement@ukri.org
             Contact: Kevin Griffiths
             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://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Swindon:-Furniture-%28incl.-office-furniture%29%2C-furnishings%2C-domestic-appliances-%28excl.-lighting%29-and-cleaning-products./83BSVE6J33
      Additional information can be obtained from: the abovementioned address
      Tenders or requests to participate must be sent electronically via https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Swindon:-Furniture-%28incl.-office-furniture%29%2C-furnishings%2C-domestic-appliances-%28excl.-lighting% 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-1842 – STFC Furniture (Design, Supply, Install and Recycle) Framework       
      Reference Number: UKRI-1842
      II.1.2) Main CPV Code:
      39000000 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products.

      II.1.3) Type of contract: SUPPLIES
      II.1.4) Short description: The Science and Technology Facilities Council are looking to create a framework for furniture at all of its sites, the following disciplines will all be covered:

•Space Planning (Layout)
•Supply of furniture
•Installing furniture (delivery and placement, no construction, to requested destination)
•Move management and re-configuration
•Removal and recycling of furniture

The requirements covered by this procurement exercise have been sub-divided into Lots as follows:

Lot 1 - South of UK
Lot 2 - North of UK

STFC are looking to appoint a minimum of two suppliers and a maximum three suppliers per lot to deliver the Framework. Bidders are permitted to bid for one or multiple lots.

We are seeking to contract the services on a 2-year initial contract with two potential extension options of 12 months.

Full details of the requirement can be found in the Invitation to Tender and supporting appendices uploaded to Delta and available on the above link.       
      II.1.5) Estimated total value:
      Value excluding VAT: 3,500,000       
      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: 2
      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: South of UK       
      Lot No: 1       
      II.2.2) Additional CPV codes:
      39100000 - Furniture.
      
      II.2.3) Place of performance:
      UKJ14 Oxfordshire
      
      II.2.4) Description of procurement: Lot 1 of the framework will cover the South of UK including the following STFC sites:

Rutherford Appleton Laboratory, Oxfordshire
The Cosener's House, Abingdon
Chilbolton Observatory, Hampshire

Full details of the requirement can be found in the Invitation to Tender and supporting appendices uploaded to Delta and available on the above link.

STFC are looking to appoint a minimum of two suppliers and a maximum three suppliers per lot and Bidders are permitted to bid for one or multiple lots.
      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: 3,500,000       
      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: Yes       
      Description of renewals: This Framework has the option to be extended for a further two years on an annual basis taking the anticipated duration to four years. The estimated spend is based on a four year duration.
      
      II.2.10) Information about variants:
      Variants will be accepted: No
      II.2.11) Information about options:
      Options:       No             
      Description of options: Not provided
      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: Before you can participate in this tender you must have an account which you can register for here: https://ukri.delta-esourcing.com/

Once logged in, go to your Response Manager and add the Access Code supplied in this notice for the specific Lot you are interested in applying for.

The access code for this Lot is provided here:

Lot 1: South of UK - Access Code: 83BSVE6J33       
II.2) Description Lot No. 2
      
      II.2.1) Title: North of UK       
      Lot No: 2       
      II.2.2) Additional CPV codes:
      39100000 - Furniture.
      
      II.2.3) Place of performance:
      UKD6 Cheshire
      
      II.2.4) Description of procurement: Lot 2 of the framework will cover the North UK including the following STFC sites:

Daresbury Laboratory, Cheshire
UK Astronomy Technology Centre, Edinburgh
Boulby Underground Laboratory, North Yorkshire

Full details of the requirement can be found in the Invitation to Tender and supporting appendices uploaded to Delta and available on the above link.

STFC are looking to appoint a minimum of two suppliers and a maximum three suppliers per lot and Bidders are permitted to bid for one or multiple lots.
      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: 3,500,000       
      Currency: GBP       
      II.2.7) Duration of the contract, framework agreement or dynamic purchasing system:
      Duration in months: 48       
      This contract is subject to renewal: Yes       
      Description of renewals: This Framework has the option to be extended for a further two years on an annual basis taking the anticipated duration to four years. The estimated spend is based on a four year duration.
      
      II.2.10) Information about variants:
      Variants will be accepted: No
      II.2.11) Information about options:
      Options:       No             
      Description of options: Not provided
      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: Before you can participate in this tender you must have an account which you can register for here: https://ukri.delta-esourcing.com/

Once logged in, go to your Response Manager and add the Access Code supplied in this notice for the specific Lot you are interested in applying for.

The access code for this Lot is provided here:

Lot 2: North of UK - Access Code: BK563KP757       


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          
      Selection criteria as stated in the procurement documents       
      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    
      Selection criteria as stated in the procurement documents
      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 OPEN
      IV.1.1) Type of procedure: Open   
   
   IV.1.3) Information about a framework agreement or a dynamic purchasing system    
         The procurement involves the establishment of a framework agreement - NO    
         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 - 007343       
      IV.2.2) Time limit for receipt of tenders or requests to participate
       Date: 24/06/2022 Time: 14:00
            
      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): 3
      
      IV.2.7) Conditions for opening of tenders:
         Date: 24/06/2022
         Time: 14:00
      

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 No       
   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.

The Tender for the Framework will be hosted here: https://ukri.delta-esourcing.com/ . In order to submit a response for the Tender, you will need to register on the Portal. Once logged in, go to your Response Manager and add the Access Code supplied in this notice for the specific Lot you are interested in applying for. The access codes are provided here:

Please note that should you wish to apply for both Lots of the Framework, you must complete all of the information on both Tenderboxes otherwise your bid will be marked as incomplete.

Lot 1: South of UK - Access Code: 83BSVE6J33
Lot 2: North of UK - Access Code: BK563KP757
For more information about this opportunity, please visit the Delta eSourcing portal at:
https://ukri.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Swindon:-Furniture-%28incl.-office-furniture%29%2C-furnishings%2C-domestic-appliances-%28excl.-lighting%29-and-cleaning-products./83BSVE6J33

To respond to this opportunity, please click here:
https://ukri.delta-esourcing.com/respond/83BSVE6J33
   VI.4) Procedures for review
   VI.4.1) Review body:
             UK Research and Innovation
       Polaris House, North Star Avenue, Swindon, SN2 1FL, 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: 13/05/2022

Annex A

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UK-Swindon: Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products.

Section I: Contracting Authority

   I.1) Name, Addresses and Contact Point(s):
       UK Research & Innovation
       Polaris House, North Star Avenue, Swindon, SN2 1FL, United Kingdom
       Tel. +44 1793442000, Email: stfcprocurement@ukri.org
       Contact: Kevin Griffiths
       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.4)Type of the contracting authority:
      Body governed by public law

   I.5) Main activity:
      Other activity: Research and Innovation

Section II: Object Of The Contract

   II.1) Scope of the procurement

      II.1.1) Title: UKRI-1842 – STFC Furniture (Design, Supply, Install and Recycle) Framework            
      Reference number: UKRI-1842

      II.1.2) Main CPV code:
         39000000 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products.


      II.1.3) Type of contract: SUPPLIES

      II.1.4) Short description: The Science and Technology Facilities Council are looking to create a framework for furniture at all of its sites, the following disciplines will all be covered:

•Space Planning (Layout)
•Supply of furniture
•Installing furniture (delivery and placement, no construction, to requested destination)
•Move management and re-configuration
•Removal and recycling of furniture

The requirements covered by this procurement exercise have been sub-divided into Lots as follows:

Lot 1 - South of UK
Lot 2 - North of UK

STFC are looking to appoint a minimum of two suppliers and a maximum three suppliers per lot to deliver the Framework. Bidders are permitted to bid for one or multiple lots.

We are seeking to contract the services on a 2-year initial contract with two potential extension options of 12 months.

Full details of the requirement can be found in the Invitation to Tender and supporting appendices uploaded to Delta and available on the above link.

      II.1.6) Information about lots
         This contract is divided into lots: Yes
                                          
      II.1.7) Total value of the procurement (excluding VAT)
          Value: 3,500,000
                  
         Currency:GBP            

   II.2) Description (lot no. 1)
   

      II.2.1) Title:South of UK   
      Lot No:1

      II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s):
            39100000 - Furniture.


      II.2.3) Place of performance
      Nuts code:
      UKJ14 - Oxfordshire
   
      Main site or place of performance:
      Oxfordshire
             

      II.2.4) Description of the procurement: Lot 1 of the framework will cover the South of UK including the following STFC sites:

Rutherford Appleton Laboratory, Oxfordshire
The Cosener's House, Abingdon
Chilbolton Observatory, Hampshire

Full details of the requirement can be found in the Invitation to Tender and supporting appendices uploaded to Delta and available on the above link.

STFC are looking to appoint a minimum of two suppliers and a maximum three suppliers per lot and Bidders are permitted to bid for one or multiple lots.

      II.2.5) Award criteria:
       Not Provided

      II.2.11) Information about options
         Options: 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
         

      II.2.14) Additional information: Before you can participate in this tender you must have an account which you can register for here: https://ukri.delta-esourcing.com/

Once logged in, go to your Response Manager and add the Access Code supplied in this notice for the specific Lot you are interested in applying for.

The access code for this Lot is provided here:

Lot 1: South of UK - Access Code: 83BSVE6J33

   II.2) Description (lot no. 2)
   

      II.2.1) Title:North of UK   
      Lot No:2

      II.2.2) Additional CPV code(s):
            39100000 - Furniture.


      II.2.3) Place of performance
      Nuts code:
      UKD6 - Cheshire
   
      Main site or place of performance:
      Cheshire
             

      II.2.4) Description of the procurement: Lot 2 of the framework will cover the North UK including the following STFC sites:

Daresbury Laboratory, Cheshire
UK Astronomy Technology Centre, Edinburgh
Boulby Underground Laboratory, North Yorkshire

Full details of the requirement can be found in the Invitation to Tender and supporting appendices uploaded to Delta and available on the above link.

STFC are looking to appoint a minimum of two suppliers and a maximum three suppliers per lot and Bidders are permitted to bid for one or multiple lots.

      II.2.5) Award criteria:
       Not Provided

      II.2.11) Information about options
         Options: 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
         

      II.2.14) Additional information: Before you can participate in this tender you must have an account which you can register for here: https://ukri.delta-esourcing.com/

Once logged in, go to your Response Manager and add the Access Code supplied in this notice for the specific Lot you are interested in applying for.

The access code for this Lot is provided here:

Lot 2: North of UK - Access Code: BK563KP757


Section IV: Procedure

IV.1) Description

   IV.1.1)Type of procedure: Open


   IV.1.3) Information about a framework agreement or a dynamic purchasing system
      The procurement involves the establishment of a framework agreement: No       
      

   IV.1.6) Information about electronic auction
      An electronic auction has been used: No

   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 OJEU: 2022/S 000-012533
      
   

   IV.2.9) Information about termination of call for competition in the form of a prior information notice
      The contracting authority will not award any further contracts based on the above prior information notice: No

Section V: Award of contract

Award Of Contract (No.1)

   Contract No: UKRI-1842    
   Lot Number: 1    
   Title: South of UK

   A contract/lot is awarded: Yes


   V.2) Award of contract

      V.2.1) Date of conclusion of the contract: 15/08/2022

      V.2.2) Information about tenders
         Number of tenders received: 10
         Number of tenders received from SMEs: Not Provided          
         Number of tenders received from tenderers from other EU Member States: Not Provided          
         Number of tenders received from tenderers from non-EU Member States: Not Provided          
         Number of tenders received by electronic means: Not Provided

      V.2.3) Name and address of the contractor

      The contract has been awarded to a group of economic operators: No
         
         Contractor (No.1)
             Flexiform Business Furniture Limited, 02542123
             1392 Leeds Road, Bradford, BD3 7AE, United Kingdom
             NUTS Code: UKE41
            The contractor is an SME: Yes

      V.2.4) Information on value of the contract/lot (excluding VAT)
         Initial estimated total value of the contract/lot: 3,500,000          
         Total value of the contract/lot: 3,500,000
         Currency: GBP

      V.2.5) Information about subcontracting
         The contract is likely to be subcontracted: No
         

Award Of Contract (No.2)

   Contract No: Not Provided    
   Lot Number: 1    
   Title: South of UK

   A contract/lot is awarded: Yes


   V.2) Award of contract

      V.2.1) Date of conclusion of the contract: 15/08/2022

      V.2.2) Information about tenders
         Number of tenders received: 10
         Number of tenders received from SMEs: Not Provided          
         Number of tenders received from tenderers from other EU Member States: Not Provided          
         Number of tenders received from tenderers from non-EU Member States: Not Provided          
         Number of tenders received by electronic means: Not Provided

      V.2.3) Name and address of the contractor

      The contract has been awarded to a group of economic operators: No
         
         Contractor (No.1)
             Gresham Office Furniture Limited, 01284733
             Platinum Park, Lynstock Way, Bolton, BL6 4SA, United Kingdom
             NUTS Code: UKD4
            The contractor is an SME: Yes

      V.2.4) Information on value of the contract/lot (excluding VAT)
         Initial estimated total value of the contract/lot: 3,500,000          
         Total value of the contract/lot: 3,500,000
         Currency: GBP

      V.2.5) Information about subcontracting
         The contract is likely to be subcontracted: No
         

Award Of Contract (No.3)

   Contract No: Not Provided    
   Lot Number: 1    
   Title: South of UK

   A contract/lot is awarded: Yes


   V.2) Award of contract

      V.2.1) Date of conclusion of the contract: 15/08/2022

      V.2.2) Information about tenders
         Number of tenders received: 10
         Number of tenders received from SMEs: Not Provided          
         Number of tenders received from tenderers from other EU Member States: Not Provided          
         Number of tenders received from tenderers from non-EU Member States: Not Provided          
         Number of tenders received by electronic means: Not Provided

      V.2.3) Name and address of the contractor

      The contract has been awarded to a group of economic operators: No
         
         Contractor (No.1)
             EFG European Furniture Group Ltd, 00257489
             Unit N2, Haydock Cross, Kilbuck Lane, Haydock, WA1 9UX, United Kingdom
             NUTS Code: UKD61
            The contractor is an SME: Yes

      V.2.4) Information on value of the contract/lot (excluding VAT)
         Initial estimated total value of the contract/lot: 3,500,000          
         Total value of the contract/lot: 3,500,000
         Currency: GBP

      V.2.5) Information about subcontracting
         The contract is likely to be subcontracted: No
         

Award Of Contract (No.4)

   Contract No: Not Provided    
   Lot Number: 2    
   Title: North of UK

   A contract/lot is awarded: Yes


   V.2) Award of contract

      V.2.1) Date of conclusion of the contract: 15/08/2022

      V.2.2) Information about tenders
         Number of tenders received: 8
         Number of tenders received from SMEs: Not Provided          
         Number of tenders received from tenderers from other EU Member States: Not Provided          
         Number of tenders received from tenderers from non-EU Member States: Not Provided          
         Number of tenders received by electronic means: Not Provided

      V.2.3) Name and address of the contractor

      The contract has been awarded to a group of economic operators: No
         
         Contractor (No.1)
             Flexiform Business Furniture Limited, 02542123
             1392 Leeds Road, Bradford, BD3 7AE, United Kingdom
             NUTS Code: UKE41
            The contractor is an SME: Yes

      V.2.4) Information on value of the contract/lot (excluding VAT)
         Initial estimated total value of the contract/lot: 3,500,000          
         Total value of the contract/lot: 3,500,000
         Currency: GBP

      V.2.5) Information about subcontracting
         The contract is likely to be subcontracted: No
         

Award Of Contract (No.5)

   Contract No: Not Provided    
   Lot Number: 2    
   Title: North of UK

   A contract/lot is awarded: Yes


   V.2) Award of contract

      V.2.1) Date of conclusion of the contract: 15/08/2022

      V.2.2) Information about tenders
         Number of tenders received: 8
         Number of tenders received from SMEs: Not Provided          
         Number of tenders received from tenderers from other EU Member States: Not Provided          
         Number of tenders received from tenderers from non-EU Member States: Not Provided          
         Number of tenders received by electronic means: Not Provided

      V.2.3) Name and address of the contractor

      The contract has been awarded to a group of economic operators: No
         
         Contractor (No.1)
             Gresham Office Furniture Limited, 01284733
             Platinum Park, Lynstock Way, Bolton, BL6 4SA, United Kingdom
             NUTS Code: UKD4
            The contractor is an SME: Yes

      V.2.4) Information on value of the contract/lot (excluding VAT)
         Initial estimated total value of the contract/lot: 3,500,000          
         Total value of the contract/lot: 3,500,000
         Currency: GBP

      V.2.5) Information about subcontracting
         The contract is likely to be subcontracted: No
         

Award Of Contract (No.6)

   Contract No: Not Provided    
   Lot Number: 2    
   Title: North of UK

   A contract/lot is awarded: Yes


   V.2) Award of contract

      V.2.1) Date of conclusion of the contract: 15/08/2022

      V.2.2) Information about tenders
         Number of tenders received: 8
         Number of tenders received from SMEs: Not Provided          
         Number of tenders received from tenderers from other EU Member States: Not Provided          
         Number of tenders received from tenderers from non-EU Member States: Not Provided          
         Number of tenders received by electronic means: Not Provided

      V.2.3) Name and address of the contractor

      The contract has been awarded to a group of economic operators: No
         
         Contractor (No.1)
             EFG European Furniture Group Ltd, 00257489
             Unit N2, Haydock Cross, Kilbuck Lane, Haydock, WA1 9UX, United Kingdom
             NUTS Code: UKD61
            The contractor is an SME: Yes

      V.2.4) Information on value of the contract/lot (excluding VAT)
         Initial estimated total value of the contract/lot: 3,500,000          
         Total value of the contract/lot: 3,500,000
         Currency: GBP

      V.2.5) Information about subcontracting
         The contract is likely to be subcontracted: No
         
Section VI: Complementary information

   VI.3) Additional information: To view this notice, please click here:
https://ukri.delta-esourcing.com/delta/viewNotice.html?noticeId=717958350

   VI.4) Procedures for review

      VI.4.1) Review body
          UK Research and Innovation
          Polaris House, North Star Avenue, Swindon, SN2 1FL, United Kingdom

      VI.4.3) Review procedure
         Precise information on deadline(s) for review procedures: Not Provided

      VI.4.4) Service from which information about the review procedure may be obtained
         Not Provided

   VI.5) Date of dispatch of this notice: 01/09/2022