Tender

Environmental and Geotechnical Services - Land Drainage

LANCASTER CITY COUNCIL

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Tender

09 Sep 2024 at 11:16

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Lancaster City Council is seeking environmental and geotechnical services for a land drainage project in South Lancaster, specifically to support the installation of a 4MW solar array at Burrow Beck. The procurement process is in the Tender stage with a planning determination date set for 30 September 2024. The winning consultant will be required to work on updating and producing drainage designs and assume the role of Principal Contractor. This contract, with an estimated value of £50,000, is classified under the industry categories of architectural and related services, technical analysis or consultancy services, and environmental services. Interested parties must submit their proposals by 7 October 2024, with the contract period running from 18 October 2024 to 31 March 2025.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to engage with a high-impact infrastructure project. Businesses specialising in environmental engineering, geotechnical consulting, and land drainage system design will find this opportunity particularly beneficial. The open procurement method allows for a broad range of applicants, ensuring competitive tendering. Successful engagement in this project could not only provide immediate business growth through a substantial contract but also establish long-term relationships with Lancaster City Council and similar contracting authorities.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Environmental and Geotechnical Services - Land Drainage

Notice Description

The council intends to install a 4MW solar array on an area of land known as "Burrow Beck" in South Lancaster. A planning application has been submitted for the scheme to Lancaster City Council, which includes all supporting reports and information (23/01383/FUL). Planning determination date will be on 30 September 2024. The council wishes to appoint an Environmental Geotechnical consultant to activities across two Work Packages (WP) including review and update drainage designs, produce detailed designs/bill of quantities and take on the role of Principle Contractor. The consultant will be required to work with the council's appointed solar PV designer and archaeological consultant ensure drainage designs are practical and fit for purpose and suitable for planning discharge. All work on site will need to be completed by no later than March 2025. To view the requirements please express your interest by logging into The Chest www.the-chest.org.uk

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/247e43e7-8783-41fc-a1c3-ce0a7f6dfb17
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 (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

CPV Codes

71200000 - Architectural and related services

71621000 - Technical analysis or consultancy services

90000000 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services

90700000 - Environmental services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£50,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Sep 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
7 Oct 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
17 Oct 2024 - 31 Mar 2025 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
LANCASTER CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LANCASTER
Postcode
LA1 1PJ
Post Town
Lancaster
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD4 Lancashire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD44 Lancaster and Wyre
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Lancaster
Electoral Ward
Castle
Westminster Constituency
Lancaster and Wyre

Further Information

Notice Documents

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