Tender

Design and build geothermal infrastructure for the UK Geoenergy Observatory at Cuningar Loop, Glasgow, UK

UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION

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Tender

17 Mar 2021 at 12:22

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The UK Research & Innovation (UKRI) is seeking a supplier for the design and construction of geothermal infrastructure for the UK Geoenergy Observatory at Cuningar Loop in Glasgow. This tender is classified under construction work and is currently in the active tender stage, with submissions due by 21 April 2021. The project is valued at £310,000 and the successful contractor will be expected to commence work by 1 June 2021 and complete by 30 November 2021. This procurement process follows an open method, allowing a broad range of suppliers to submit their tenders.

This tender offers significant growth opportunities for businesses, particularly those in the construction and engineering sectors that specialise in geothermal projects or similar infrastructure works. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to apply, as this procurement includes provisions supporting their participation. Companies possessing expertise in NEC4 ECC contracts will find this project particularly aligned with their capabilities, enhancing their chances of securing the contract and contributing to the advancement of sustainable energy solutions in the UK.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Design and build geothermal infrastructure for the UK Geoenergy Observatory at Cuningar Loop, Glasgow, UK

Notice Description

The British Geological Survey (BGS) and the Natural Environment Research Council (NERC) are constructing a mine water geothermal research facility on the Cuningar Loop in east Glasgow as part of the UK Geoenergy Observatories project (from now on referred to as the 'Glasgow Observatory'). Both NERC and BGS form a part of the UK Research and Innovation (UKRI). The tender is for the procurement of a supplier to provide the design and build support to BGS (the Client) in delivery of the geothermal infrastructure for the Glasgow Observatory. The Contractor's main responsibilities will include but are not limited to: detailed design and construction of the works; testing and commissioning the works. The supplier shall be appointed under an NEC4 ECC.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-1c073904-0396-42b7-a8b4-8d8db639e7c6
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/b086230a-8246-4a7f-8a52-40879473d083
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

45000000 - Construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£310,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Mar 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
21 Apr 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 May 2021 - 30 Nov 2021 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UK RESEARCH & INNOVATION
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SWINDON
Postcode
SN12 1FL
Post Town
Not specified
Country
Not specified
Major Region (ITL 1)
Not specified
Basic Region (ITL 2)
Not specified
Small Region (ITL 3)
Not specified
Delivery Location
TLM Scotland
Local Authority
Not specified
Electoral Ward
Not specified
Westminster Constituency
Not specified

Further Information

Notice Documents

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