Tender

Design consultancy services for the Mersey Tidal Power Project conceptual design.

LIVERPOOL CITY REGION COMBINED AUTHORITY (LCRCA) / MERSEYTRAVEL

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Tender

15 Mar 2022 at 17:14

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Liverpool City Region Combined Authority (LCRCA) / Merseytravel is currently undertaking a procurement process for design consultancy services related to the Mersey Tidal Power Project. This tender, known as 'Design consultancy services for the Mersey Tidal Power Project conceptual design,' falls under the Research and development services and related consultancy services category. The procurement is at the tender stage with an open procedure method, and eligible bidders are invited to submit their proposals by the deadline of 26 April 2022. The contract period is set to commence on 30 May 2022 and conclude on 6 September 2022, with services required at delivery addresses including Liverpool (L3 1BP) and other specified regions within the UK.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly those specialising in design consultancy, engineering services, and renewable energy projects. Companies with expertise in reviewing construction methodologies, developing design packages, and advising on risk reduction strategies will be particularly well-suited to compete for this contract. As the project focuses on advancing the conceptual design for tidal energy solutions, firms that can demonstrate innovation in construction techniques and sustainability practices are encouraged to participate, thereby potentially expanding their portfolio and enhancing their visibility in the growing renewable energy sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Design consultancy services for the Mersey Tidal Power Project conceptual design.

Notice Description

The purpose of this procurement is to procure a Technical Advisor (TA) and Designer to advise on and further develop the conceptual design for a potential tidal range energy scheme in Merseyside. The current conceptual design was developed as elemental structures that can now be developed further to schematic design concept allowing review and development including overall design and spatial requirements, materials and embedded carbon, method of construction, construction risks as well as construction costs. The services will generally entail three parts; - reviewing the existing designs, construction methodology and the cost book; - recommending improvements with the aim of reducing construction risks, identifying design gaps and improving construction cost estimates; - updating the design package including, the drawings, 3D models, bill of materials, construction programme and cost book. Full details of the opportunity are provided in the Tender documents via www.the-chest.org.uk Additional information: Submission via www.the-chest.org.uk only

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-29861c2c-d8bd-4f25-8c92-21d7f90f1476
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/53733dd5-bbf0-465a-b8ff-2b1cc50c0c03
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£230,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Mar 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
26 Apr 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
29 May 2022 - 6 Sep 2022 1-6 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
LIVERPOOL CITY REGION COMBINED AUTHORITY (LCRCA) / MERSEYTRAVEL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LIVERPOOL
Postcode
L3 1BP
Post Town
Liverpool
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD7 Merseyside
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD72 Liverpool
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Liverpool
Electoral Ward
Waterfront South
Westminster Constituency
Liverpool Riverside

Further Information

Notice Documents

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