Planning

Floc Storage Tanks Residuals Wet and Dry Methods

SELLAFIELD

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Planning

22 Dec 2020 at 12:06

Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process titled "Floc Storage Tanks Residuals Wet and Dry Methods" is being conducted by Sellafield, a key player in the nuclear sector, located in Warrington, England. Currently at the planning stage, this tender aims to procure two main tasks: a Wet Method and a Dry Method for the deployment and displacement of residuals within floc storage tanks. The engagement end date for potential bidders is set for 28th January 2021. This opportunity falls under the classification of flocculating agents, with additional classifications including storage tanks and research and experimental development services.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in innovative engineering solutions, particularly those experienced in remote-operated vehicle (ROV) systems and liquid management technologies. Companies capable of demonstrating effective deployment methods for both wet and dry scenarios within challenging environments will be well-suited to compete. The dual-task nature of this tender allows for bidders to propose separate solutions or a combined approach, which may encourage creative partnerships or collaborations within the supply chain to enhance competitiveness.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Floc Storage Tanks Residuals Wet and Dry Methods

Notice Description

This PIN is for a procurement opportunity for two main tasks that will be tendered either by an open procedure or using an existing Sellafield procurement solution (still open to new suppliers) The two main tasks may be jointly awarded or awarded separately; Task One - Wet Method for Deployment and Displacement and Task Two for a Dry Method (see support document) Additional information: This PIN is for a procurement opportunity for two main tasks that will be tendered either by an open procedure or using an existing Sellafield procurement solution (still open to new suppliers) The two main tasks may be jointly awarded or awarded separately; Task One - Wet Method for Deployment and Displacement Requirement for identification and demonstration of a submersible ROV and hose system capable of deploying within the Floc Storage Tanks and displacing all of the Residuals therein. Wet Method - A submersible ROV deployed from the operations floor down into the tank equipped with a nozzle to enable displacement of the FST residuals. The tank will be partially refilled with water to enable the submersible ROV to operate. There are three equally spaced circular openings into top of the tank with a diameter of 1.4m. Required Deliverables Summary Identification of a Wet Method System Demonstration of a Wet Method System in displacement and deployment Demonstration of optional capabilities where elected by the vendor Access with the system originators during demonstration Access to spare or alternative parts during demonstration Task Two - Dry Method for Deployment and Displacement Requirement for identification and demonstration of an ROV and hose system capable of deploying within the Floc Storage Tanks and displacing all of the Residuals therein. Dry Method - An ROV deployed from the operations floor down into the tank equipped with a nozzle to enable displacement of the FST residuals. There are three equally spaced circular openings into top of the tank with a diameter of 1.4m. Required Deliverables Summary Identification of a Dry Method System Demonstration of a Dry Method System in displacement and deployment Demonstration of optional capabilities where elected by the vendor Access with the system originators during demonstration Access to spare or alternative parts during demonstration

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-45ee1201-4935-494b-b395-afb5815588cc
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/98d43955-a72a-479a-a73b-17a1b2a0be86
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Not specified
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

24 - Chemical products

44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

45 - Construction work

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

24958200 - Flocculating agents

44165000 - Hoses, risers and sleeves

44611400 - Storage tanks

45214620 - Research and testing facilities construction work

73100000 - Research and experimental development services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Dec 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
28 Jan 2021Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SELLAFIELD
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WARRINGTON
Postcode
WA3 6GR
Post Town
Warrington
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD6 Cheshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD61 Warrington
Delivery Location
TLD North West (England)
Local Authority
Warrington
Electoral Ward
Birchwood
Westminster Constituency
Warrington North

Further Information

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