Tender

Maternity Generator replacement

UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS BIRMINGHAM NHS FOUNDATION TRUST

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09 Nov 2020 at 16:40

Summary of the contracting process

The University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust is currently inviting tenders for the "Maternity Generator Replacement" project, aimed at replacing the existing 255kVA low voltage diesel-driven generator at Heartlands Hospital with a higher-rated 500kVA unit. This procurement falls under the category of works in the industrial machinery sector, specifically focusing on electric motors and generator units. The tender period is set to close at 1300 hours on 24th November 2020, with the contract commencement scheduled for 14th December 2020, lasting until 31st March 2021. The project is located in the West Midlands, England, and employs an open procedure for bids below the established threshold.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly those specialising in electrical engineering, generator supply, and building works. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary community sector enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to participate, making it an ideal chance for companies looking to expand their portfolios in the healthcare sector. The scope includes not only the provision of a new generator but also the installation of associated switchgear and building works, opening avenues for businesses with expertise in these areas to deliver competitive proposals.

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Notice Title

Maternity Generator replacement

Notice Description

The University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust wish to replace the existing low voltage diesel driven 255kVA rated Maternity Standby Generator at Heartlands Hospital with a new higher rated low voltage diesel driven 500kVA rated prime rated low voltage diesel driven generator set. The new 500KVA low voltage diesel driven generator shall be housed in the current Maternity Generator House. In addition to the above, the project works shall also to entail the following associated with the new Maternity low voltage diesel driven standby generator: -Remove and replace existing fuel pipework and connections from the existing low voltage diesel driven bulk fuel tank to the new standby generator, the existing fuel storage tanks shall be retained and re used under these works. -Provide & Install a new suitably rated floor standing Low Voltage Switchboard -Provide new manual transfer switch to select between the new Maternity Standby Generator and temporary generator connections. -Provide a temporary generator connection facility in suitable housing for the Maternity Block -Provide a temporary load bank connection facility in suitable housing for the Maternity Block -Provide load bank shedding contactor arrangement to disconnect Maternity Generator load bank supply upon main failure to enable the embedded generator to support the essential load. The location for the new low voltage diesel driven Maternity Standby Generator is as noted on the drawings. New automatic generator controls will be provided for the for the new low voltage diesel driven Maternity Standby Generator to ensure the generator supports the load on a mains failure within timescales prescribed within this document. The associated low voltage switchgear works comprise the supply and install of a new Low Voltage Switchboard and facilities for connecting a temporary resistive load bank for generator routine "on load" testing and connection of a temporary low voltage diesel driven generator should the embedded low voltage generator need be taken "off line" or fail. This project also includes all associated building works in the provision of an external lockable GRP Enclosure and a suitable base, installation of below ground cable ducts and making good / sealing penetrations on completion of the works. Additional information: Bravo Reference itt__31628 Tender responses should be submitted via the portal by 1300hrs on the 24/11/2020.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-4cfe68af-ebdb-4907-bd2c-0b16fd137660
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/859fc426-26f1-48cf-bf47-c0a4ca56ba7b
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
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

42 - Industrial machinery


CPV Codes

31110000 - Electric motors

31122000 - Generator units

31161000 - Parts for electrical motors and generators

31220000 - Electrical circuit components

42000000 - Industrial machinery

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£160,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Nov 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
24 Nov 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
14 Dec 2020 - 31 Mar 2021 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS BIRMINGHAM NHS FOUNDATION TRUST
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
bhavesh.patel@uhb.nhs.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
14, GEORGE ROAD, EDGBASTON, BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B15 1NT
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
Ladywood
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

Further Information

Notice Documents

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