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Expression of Interest for Phase 1 Supply & Installation of AV & LX for the Very Light Rail National Innovation Centre in Dudley, West Midlands

BLACK COUNTRY INNOVATIVE MANUFACTURING ORGANISATION

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Summary of the contracting process

The Black Country Innovative Manufacturing Organisation (BCIMO) has issued an Expression of Interest for the Phase 1 Supply & Installation of Audio Visual (AV) and Lighting (LX) contract at the Very Light Rail National Innovation Centre in Dudley, West Midlands. The procurement deadline is 1st March 2023, and the contract completion date is 31st May 2023. The total contract value is £136,600 + VAT, with further opportunities for Phase 2 fitout later in the year. The procurement method is an open procedure below the threshold, and businesses in the electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment, and consumables; lighting industries would find this opportunity relevant.

This tender offers business growth opportunities to companies in the electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment, and consumables; lighting industries. SMEs are particularly encouraged to apply. The procurement stage is currently at the Expression of Interest phase, with a deadline for submissions on 1st March 2023. Businesses with relevant expertise in AV and LX supply and installation, VAT registration, Companies House registration in the UK, and sufficient insurance are well-suited to compete for this contract. The BCIMO is seeking qualified suppliers primarily from the Black Country and wider West Midlands regions.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Expression of Interest for Phase 1 Supply & Installation of AV & LX for the Very Light Rail National Innovation Centre in Dudley, West Midlands

Notice Description

The Black Country Innovative Manufacturing Organisation (BCIMO) is a not-for-profit Research and Technology Organisation (RTO) established to oversee the build, launch and operation of the Very Light Rail National Innovation Centre (VLRNIC), a unique, purpose-built, R&D facility based in Dudley in the West Midlands. The centre, which is located on the site of the former British Rail station at Dudley, is being used to help shape and accelerate the development of lower-cost and more environmentally friendly solutions across the whole of the rail industry. Construction of the centre was completed in September 2022, thanks to funding from the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF), Dudley Metropolitan Borough Council, the Black Country Local Enterprise Partnership in partnership with the Midlands Engine Investment Fund, the West Midlands Combined Authority, the Coventry and Warwickshire Local Enterprise Partnership and Coventry City Council. Further funding has now been received to enable continued fitout of the centre. This notice invites Expressions of Interest (EOI) for the Phase 1 Supply & Installation of Audio Visual (AV) and Lighting (LX) contract. The contract is to be completed by the 31st May 2023 and has a total contract value of PS136,600 + VAT. (A further notice for the Phase 2 fitout will follow later this year - total contract value PS62,500 + VAT). To express your interest in this contract: - Please read the attachments provided and ensure that you meet the qualifying criteria before applying. - If you meet the qualifying criteria and wish to apply please email Olivia Brown at procurement@bcimo.co.uk. - Your EOI must be received by 17:00 on Wednesday 1st March 2023 to be considered. EOIs will be assessed against the qualifying criteria and suitable applicants will be invited to progress to the full tender process. You will find out if you have been successful on Monday 6th March. If you have any questions please email Olivia Brown at procurement@bcimo.co.uk, however also note that we will be unable to release the full tender pack until the 6th March to ensure a fair and transparent tender process is undertaken. We look forward to hearing from you! Additional information: Essential Qualifying Criteria: 1) Be VAT Registered 2) Have a Companies House Registration with registered offices in the United Kingdom 3) Be a limited company 4) Have no less than PS10M Public, Employee and PI Insurance 5) Have the capacity and suitable qualifications to project manage, supply and fit / install 6) Have a Carbon Reduction Plan detailing your commitment to achieving net-zero by 2050 7) Have capacity and be able complete all works by the completion date (31/05/23), inclusive of delivery, supply and fitting of all elements outlined herewith. BCIMO would like to encourage applications from suppliers in the Black Country and wider West Midlands.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d13cdac1-e022-4ad5-92ef-75441927c29d
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment

51 - Installation services (except software)

CPV Codes

31000000 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting

32000000 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment

51000000 - Installation services (except software)

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£136,600 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Mar 20232 years ago
Submission Deadline
1 Mar 2023Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
26 Mar 2023 - 31 May 2023 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
BLACK COUNTRY INNOVATIVE MANUFACTURING ORGANISATION
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
DUDLEY
Postcode
DY1 4AW
Post Town
Dudley
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG36 Dudley
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Dudley
Electoral Ward
Castle & Priory
Westminster Constituency
Dudley

Further Information

Notice Documents

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