UKRI-4185 BAS Gateway Agency in Punta Arenas

Location

Chile

Description

UKRI wishes to establish a framework agreement (Agreement) for the provision of a Gateway Agency in Punta Arenas. The purpose of this procurement is to appoint a supplier to support the British Antarctic Survey (BAS) in delivering a broad range of services. The framework will be set up to appoint a single Supplier who will act as the main provider. BAS operates out of Punta Arenas as its primary gateway for servicing Rothera Research Station in Antarctica, as a port and as a base for aircraft operations. A gateway agent is an essential part of this operation, carrying out the duties described in detail below, facilitating BAS operations through Punta Arenas. This Agreement is for a duration of 2+1+1 years. The full scope of the services that will be undertaken during the Agreement period is not known, and therefore no guarantee can be given as to the actual amount or type of work that may be ordered during the Agreement period.

Total Quantity or Scope

The full technical specification for this procurement can be found in the tender documents. It is essential that this Appendix is fully read, understood and assessed when considering this opportunity. Additional information: The maximum value of the framework agreement is: $5,500,000.00 (excluding VAT) over the full 4-year term. Please note there is no guarantee of spend under this Agreement and all subsequent work will be issued on a call off basis once works have been identified. The currency is $USD.

Award Detail

Renewal Options

The Framework duration shall be for a period of two-years with optional extensions of two, one-year periods from commencement of the Contract (2+1+1).

Award Criteria

CPV Codes

• 63000000 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services

Indicators

• Options are available.

Other Information

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