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Calibration and Servicing of Meters Energy Centre

UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM

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21 Jan 2025 at 13:24

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The University of Birmingham is inviting tenders for a contract titled "Calibration and Servicing of Meters Energy Centre" within the natural gas industry category. This procurement, currently at the tender stage, encompasses a comprehensive service for all metering, transmitters, and gauges at the Energy Centre, which operates continuously. Located in West Midlands, UK (postal code B15 2TT), the project requires a 3-year agreement, starting from 3rd March 2025 and concluding on 2nd March 2028. Interested parties must submit their tenders by 20th February 2025 at 10:00 AM. This open procedure is designed for inclusive participation, though it does not target SMEs or VCSEs specifically.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specializing in energy systems, particularly those with expertise in natural gas, steam, district heating, and associated electronic equipment. Companies adept at servicing extensive energy centre operations stand to gain a long-term contract, providing stability and consistent revenue over the three-year term. Firms that can deliver cost-effective, reliable calibration, and maintenance services will find this contract particularly advantageous for expanding their portfolio within the academic and energy sectors.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Calibration and Servicing of Meters Energy Centre

Notice Description

For servicing and calibration of all metering/ transmitters and gauges at the Energy Centre University of Birmingham. The Energy Centre operates a 24/7/365 operation. With 7 Boilers, one gas turbine and one gas engine, a district heating system and all associated steam, water and gas metering. Your quote should be for a 3 year contract to carryout the specification as detailed within the documents. Please quote on an annual basis, with year 2 and 3 at indicative pricing. It is anticipated that between 30- 40 8 hour days are required per annum. Additional information: If you have any queries in the first instance contact r.a.berridge@bham.ac.uk or 01214146429 Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/496a1e47-4bdf-427e-8a6a-4694db1325fe
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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

09 - Petroleum products, fuel, electricity and other sources of energy

31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting

CPV Codes

09123000 - Natural gas

09134000 - Gas oils

09310000 - Electricity

09321000 - Hot water

09322000 - Steam

09323000 - District heating

31710000 - Electronic equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Jan 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
20 Feb 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
3 Mar 2025 - 2 Mar 2028 3-4 years
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
UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EDGBASTON
Postcode
B15 2TT
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
TLG West Midlands (England)
Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Edgbaston
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Edgbaston

Further Information

Notice Documents

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