Tender

ITT_129123 - Replacement of the Processed Chilled Water System in the AQML

NATIONAL PHYSICAL LABORATORY

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Tender

11 Nov 2024 at 15:28

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The National Physical Laboratory (NPL) has issued a tender titled "Replacement of the Processed Chilled Water System in the AQML" as part of their ongoing maintenance and upgrade projects at their Teddington campus. This procurement falls under the construction work industry category (CPV code 45000000) and pertains to the replacement of the processed chilled water system within specific buildings on the site. The procurement follows an open procedure method and is currently in the tender stage. The deadline for tender submissions is 12th December 2024, and the project is scheduled to commence on 27th January 2025, with a completion date of 31st December 2025. The total value of the contract is estimated at £290,000.

This tender offers significant business growth opportunities for companies specialising in construction and HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning) systems. Given the technical requirements and the need for a reliable replacement system capable of continuous operation at the specified thermal and pressure conditions, medium to large construction firms with experience in similar projects would be well-suited to compete. The project represents a lucrative opportunity for qualified contractors to establish or strengthen their relationship with a prestigious scientific institution. The National Physical Laboratory advises that interested bidders arrange a site visit to better understand the project requirements, demonstrating the value NPL places on detailed preparation and accurate bids.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

ITT_129123 - Replacement of the Processed Chilled Water System in the AQML

Notice Description

The NPL site consists of various buildings and modules used for science and administrative purposes throughout the Teddington campus. This project refers to the AQML consisting of B002 and B210 that are conjoined structures at the southern end of the site adjacent the listed Crown Estate property, Bushy House. There are planning restrictions for the external modifications of the property, but it is not expected that any external works requiring planning permission will be required under this Project scope. The project objectives are required to deliver and demonstrate a fully operational effective, secure, and reliable replacement system capable of the required peak thermal energy transfer at the stated flow rates and pressures required and capable of operating continuously at the system resistances required at each item of scientific equipment. Further details can be obtained in the tender pack. NPL understands that bidders will wish to arrange a site visit in order to view the installation. Please contact Lorraine Dorey, Principal Project Manager on lorraine.dorey@npl.co.uk to arrange, copying in Gary Phillips, Procurement Manager on gary.phillips@npl.co.uk . Please note that no other aspects of the tender or the requirement will be considered or exchanged on email. Tender Clarification questions must be asked via the messaging inbox in the tender system. To express interest in this tender and to access the tender documents you will first need to register on the tendering system. Use URL: https://lupc.bravosolution.co.uk/web/login.shtml to register. Once registered (or if already registered) you will be able to search for the tender using its name ('Replacement of the Processed Chilled Water System in the AQML')

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/758c7174-974e-4f40-bc54-4080cb0a0559
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 (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

45000000 - Construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£290,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Nov 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
12 Dec 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
27 Jan 2025 - 31 Dec 2025 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
NATIONAL PHYSICAL LABORATORY
Contact Name
Gary Phillips
Contact Email
gary.phillips@npl.co.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
TEDDINGTON
Postcode
TW11 0LW
Post Town
Twickenham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI7 Outer London - West and North West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI75 Hounslow and Richmond upon Thames
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Richmond upon Thames
Electoral Ward
Teddington
Westminster Constituency
Twickenham

Further Information

Notice Documents

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