Published date: 27 March 2018
Last edited date: 27 March 2018
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Contract summary
Industry
Gravity geophysical instruments - 38240000
Gravimeters - 38280000
Marine research services - 73112000
Location of contract
CB3 0ET
Value of contract
£450,000
Procurement reference
UK SBS PR17014
Published date
27 March 2018
Closing date
13 July 2017
Contract start date
9 August 2017
Contract end date
8 August 2018
Contract type
Supply contract
Procedure type
Open procedure
Any interested supplier may submit a tender in response to an opportunity notice.
Contract is suitable for SMEs?
Yes
Contract is suitable for VCSEs?
No
Description
*** This tender requirement was abandoned prior to a Contract award decision. ***
THE CLOSING DATE FOR THIS TENDER IS 13TH JULY 2017 AT 14:00, PLEASE DO NOT APPLY DIRECT TO THE BUYER.
Construction has begun on the RRS Sir David Attenborough - one of the most advanced polar research vessels in the world. From 2018 scientists researching oceans, ice and atmosphere will have access to state-of-the-art facilities on this floating laboratory.
The RRS Sir David Attenborough has a dedicated gravity meter room on-board. As part of the remit of the shipyard a wooden plinth 1200 x 1500 x 150mm thick will be installed within the gravity meter room.
Marine gravity measurements provide a critical tool for studying the crustal structure of the seas and oceans. Variations in the gravitational field reflect density changes at depth. By modelling the observed variations in the gravity field the subsurface structures can be predicted. This powerful tool for understanding our world is often combined with seismic and magnetic data to provide the most complete view of the crust and its evolution. Gravity data is particularly important when investigating sedimentary basins which exhibit distinctive generally negative gravity anomalies.
The requirement is for the supply of the main gravity meter unit including:
Stabilising Platform
Enclosure
Base plate and rack with vibration isolator
The Gravity Meter must be able to be fixed into position, and shall have capability to operate at sea in challenging environmental conditions and rough seas.
More information
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About the buyer
Contact name
Belinda Field
Address
UK Shared Business Services Ltd
Polaris House, North Star Avenue
Swindon
SN2 1FF
England
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