Planning

Woolwich Ferry Linkspan Maintenance

TRANSPORT FOR LONDON

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Planning

24 May 2022 at 14:42

Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process titled "Woolwich Ferry Linkspan Maintenance" is being conducted by Transport for London (TfL) within the marine maintenance industry. This initiative is currently in the planning stage, with key engagement deadlines set for 24 August 2022. The contract has an estimated value of £600,000 and is intended to last for approximately six months. Potential contractors are invited to express their interest in the upcoming tender by 10 June 2022, as TfL seeks to gather insights on market capacity and capabilities through early engagement activities.

This tender presents significant business opportunities for SMEs and contractors specialising in marine equipment maintenance and repair services. Companies that manufacture spare parts for marine applications, as well as those experienced in performing maintenance on similar infrastructure, would be well-suited to compete. Engaging in this market will not only allow businesses to expand their portfolio but also enhance their visibility in a critical urban transport sector serving London.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Woolwich Ferry Linkspan Maintenance

Notice Description

This notice is not a call for competition but is an early market engagement exercise to enable TfL to better understand the market appetite, capacity and capability. The Woolwich Ferry has two terminals, one south of the River Thames and one to the north of the river. Each terminal contains two Linkspans which act as a drawbridge that provides vehicle and pedestrian/cycle access and egress between the ferry and the terminals. The Linkspans need to be regularly maintained and the scope of the works is likely to include: * Condition surveys, including non-destructive testing and maintenance of o Counterweight systems o Yoke pins o Hoist bottom ends including Orkot bushes o Sprag mechanical linkages o Battle deck bearings o Road deck rocker bearings * Source or manufacture replacement parts * Temporary works to access the Linkspans for maintenance purposes * Minimising any effects of the maintenance works on the operational performance of the ferry. The contract is anticipated to last for 6 months, with an option to undertake further maintenance works. However, TfL are seeking to gain feedback on the approach and programme from the market. Due to operational and infrastructure constraints, TfL are looking to maintain the ferry service whilst the ferry the maintenance is undertaking. This may require out of operational service working and or a reduced ferry service for a period of time. The supplier may need to gain consent from and/or be licensed by the Port of London Authority (PLA) undertake these types of works on the River Thames, London. Therefore, TfL would like to invite potential bidders to engage with us; to find out more about the opportunity and discuss the nature of this forthcoming procurement exercise. This notice is seeking potential bidders to express an interest and engage with us via the instructions provided in the Pro-Contract Portal. TfL are particularly interested to gain feedback from both * Contractors who may undertake the maintenance works, as described below * Fabricators and manufacturers who specialize in marking spare parts for plant like those described above. Suppliers who are interested in providing feedback should respond to the Expression of Interest by 10/06/2022. TfL may invite interested suppliers to participate in the market engagement sessions following an expression of interest.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4ae23213-5e14-4e03-a9ea-3c917cd4d37d
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
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services

CPV Codes

50240000 - Repair, maintenance and associated services related to marine and other equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£600,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 May 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
24 Aug 2022Expired
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
TRANSPORT FOR LONDON
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SE10 0ES
Post Town
South East London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI5 Outer London - East and North East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI51 Bexley and Greenwich
Delivery Location
TLI London
Local Authority
Greenwich
Electoral Ward
Greenwich Peninsula
Westminster Constituency
Greenwich and Woolwich

Further Information

Notice URLs

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