Source: https://tendernation.io/opportunities/01a13c1f-1b82-7355-b777-14d0403ccded/uk-sbs-pr17012-2-x-generic-instrument-modules awarded GB open procedure Suitable for SMEs # UK SBS PR17012 2 x Generic Instrument Modules [UK Shared Business Services Limited](https://tendernation.io/buyers/uk-shared-business-services-limited) Estimated value £90,000 to £110,000 Published 14 Feb 2017 Deadline Closed 7 Mar 2017 ## Who can bid - Buyer says suitable for SMEs The buyer ticked “suitable for SMEs” on the notice. Anyone can still bid. - Small contract value Valued under £135,018 including VAT, the lowest Procurement Act threshold for goods and services. - Open procedure Anyone can submit a full tender; there is no shortlisting stage. [More contracts for small businesses and VCSEs](https://tendernation.io/opportunities/for-small-businesses) ## About this tender Assembly of two EMSO Generic Instrument Modules: Assembly and testing of two oceanographic instrument modules, including construction of the frame, capable of deployment in deep water at European Multidisciplinary Seafloor and water column Observatory (EMSO) locations. A prototype EMSO Generic Instrument Module (EGIM) is currently undergoing shallow water testing. The bidder will assemble two replicates of the prototype module to house a selection of instruments provided. The replicated modules will be capable of deployment in water depths to 5000 m for periods of more than 1 year between servicing. Components are procured in advance and the bidder will take receipt of the components from NOC, assemble and test the systems in accordance with accompanying dry‐ and wet-test acceptance guidelines. Engineering drawings and related documentation will be provided. Delivery of two pressure‐qualified EGIMs and accompanying dry‐ and wet-test acceptance reports must be completed and delivered within 40 days of receiving the components for validation prior to deployments of sensor modules anticipated in the latter half of 2017. Delivery will be to NOC, Southampton, SO14 3ZH. The possibility exists for the bidder to make use of 25 square metre work space at the National Oceanography Centre's Marine Robotic Systems Innovation Centre (MARSIC) for approximately £2170 per month. Cost excludes the use of tools and machinery. At additional cost the testing facilities including large and small pressure test chambers can be accessed. Example technical drawings of the completed EGIM can be found in the attachments. ### DO NOT APPLY DIRECTLY TO THE BUYER If you have not yet registered on the eSourcing Suite, this can be done online at [gpssourcing.cabinetoffice.gov.uk](https://gpssourcing.cabinetoffice.gov.uk) by following the link "Register for CCS eSourcing". Please note that, to register, you must have a valid DUNS number (as provided by Dun and Bradstreet) for the organisation you are registering, who will be entering into a contract if invited to do so. Once you have registered on the eSourcing Suite, a registered user can express an interest for a specific procurement. This is done by emailing . Your email must clearly state: the name and reference for the procurement you wish to register for; the name of the registered Bidder; and the name and contact details for the registered individual sending the email. 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