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Robotics and Autonomous Systems ("R&AS") Command and Control Centre

ORE Catapult

This public procurement record has 6 releases in its history.

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05 Jan 2022 at 11:28

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26 May 2021 at 17:39

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Tender

26 May 2021 at 17:38

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Tender

03 May 2021 at 17:42

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03 May 2021 at 17:41

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Tender

03 May 2021 at 17:39

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Summary of the contracting process

The Offshore Renewable Energy Catapult is seeking contractors for the "Robotics and Autonomous Systems (R&AS) Command and Control Centre" project based in Blyth, Northumbria. The procurement process is currently in the award stage after the tender period concluded on 16th June 2021. This project, with a construction budget of £1 million, aims to bolster the UK's leadership in offshore renewable energy technology, with construction completion required by March 2022. The contract is classified under construction works and involves a selective procurement method following a restricted procedure.

This tender presents unique opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) engaged in construction, particularly those specialising in sustainable building practices. Companies experienced in developing facilities for technology and research, especially in the renewable energy sector, would find significant potential for growth and collaboration within this project. Given the urgency of the funding timeline, businesses that can demonstrate efficiency and expertise in rapid execution of construction projects may enhance their chances of securing a contract.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Robotics and Autonomous Systems ("R&AS") Command and Control Centre

Notice Description

ORE Catapult (https://ore.catapult.org.uk) is the UK's leading technology innovation and research centre for offshore renewable energy. ORE Catapult's vision is to be the world's leading offshore renewable energy technology centre by 2030. ORE Catapult will play a key role in delivering the UK's largest clean growth opportunity, through our mission to accelerate the creation and growth of UK companies in the offshore renewable energy sector. We will use our unique facilities and research and engineering capabilities to bring together industry and academia and drive innovation in renewable energy. ORE Catapult is now enhancing their capabilities further by developing a Robotics and Autonomous Systems (R&AS) facility to support the standardisation and compatibility of robot platforms across the offshore wind industry. ORE Catapult's new facilities will offer a range of test environments, including, but not limited to offshore testing, onsite testing, and demonstration zones. The site will offer an end-to-end process from prototype trials to post qualification field trials on operational assets. The construction of the building and development of the surrounding facilities is being funded by the North East Local Enterprise Partnership (NELEP) as part of the government's "Getting Building Fund". The Getting Building Fund forms part of the government's New Deal for Britain and sets out government's strategy to rebuild Britain and fuel economic recovery across the UK. As a result, the funding for the PS1 million construction is time limited. The new facility has been designed to minimise our carbon footprint, utilising sustainable features in keeping with our renewable energy ethos. The construction design is being progressed to RIBA Stage 4 with Planning Permission being sought in parallel to the tender process. All relevant and appropriate surveys are also being conducted during this time. Due to the time limitations for the funding, it is critical that spend and construction is completed by March 2022 at our facility at Albert Street, Blyth, Northumbria, NE24 1LZ

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-188315d4-57b5-4745-958f-4eb80594c69c
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/bce69c75-4230-4c8f-b80d-909f4439018e
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

45000000 - Construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£1,649,732 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Jan 20224 years ago
Submission Deadline
16 Jun 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
21 Dec 20214 years ago
Contract Period
11 Nov 2022 - 30 Nov 2022 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ORE Catapult
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BLYTH
Postcode
NE24 1LZ
Postcode Area
Newcastle upon Tyne
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC42 Northumberland
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Northumberland
Electoral Ward
Croft
Westminster Constituency
Blyth and Ashington

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Halls Construction Services Ltd

Further Information

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