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Onboard Energy Storage System (OESS) Building

WEST MIDLANDS COMBINED AUTHORITY

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07 Dec 2021 at 17:48

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Summary of the contracting process

The West Midlands Combined Authority is seeking a qualified contractor to design and construct an Onboard Energy Storage System (OESS) building at the Wednesbury Depot, which will support the charging of batteries for trams. This procurement falls under the works category with a total value of £200,000. The procurement process, classified under miscellaneous building structures, is currently in the Award stage, following its open tender method. Interested suppliers should note that the tender period concluded on 15th February 2021, and the awarded contract commenced on 6th April 2021, running until 5th October 2021.

This contract presents a significant opportunity for construction firms, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that specialise in commercial building projects and architectural services. Given the necessity for liaising with the client throughout the design and construction phases, businesses with experience in collaborative projects and adept in adhering to regulatory standards will be well-suited to compete. Companies that can demonstrate expertise in the construction of building structures related to transport will find this tender particularly relevant to their capabilities.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Onboard Energy Storage System (OESS) Building

Notice Description

The West Midlands Combined Authority (WMCA) requires a suitably experienced, qualified and accredited Contractor to design and build the OESS building. The Contractor shall liaise with the Client throughout the design process and confirm the requirements and level of provision of services to be provided prior to completion of design and commencement of construction works. All building services shall be designed and installed to all applicable standards, regulations and client requirements. The OESS building shall be provided with lighting, power, fire detection and alarm, ventilation and cooling as required by the client and building operators. The new Onboard Energy Storage System (OESS) building will be located within the Wednesbury Depot site. It is to be designed for the storage and charging of batteries for the existing fleet of 2nd generation trams and the new fleet of 3rd generation trams. The proposed works comprise of a single storey building. Further details of what is required are detailed in the Specification. Access to the tender documents can be found on Bravo Solutions and interested suppliers must register to this site to gain access, registration is free. Site visits will be available between 20th and 29th January 2021. Full details of how to apply can be found on Bravo Solutions. Link to Bravo Solutions as follows:- https://wmca.bravosolution.co.uk/web/login.html

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-6191d093-82d6-4eff-8e42-45619791132c
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6777c2ab-f5d0-42cb-9ea8-cb64d3fe391c
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

45 - Construction work

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

44112000 - Miscellaneous building structures

45213000 - Construction work for commercial buildings, warehouses and industrial buildings, buildings relating to transport

71221000 - Architectural services for buildings

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£200,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£313,544 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Dec 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
15 Feb 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
1 Jun 20214 years ago
Contract Period
12 Sep 2021 - 12 Mar 2022 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
WEST MIDLANDS COMBINED AUTHORITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B19 3SD
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
Newtown
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

INTERCLASS

Further Information

Notice Documents

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