Planning

Preliminary Market Engagement - Winfrith Removal of Held-up water from Terrestrial section of the Sea Discharge Pipeline Reference number: Preliminary Market Engagement

SELLAFIELD

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Planning

24 Jun 2022 at 08:20

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23 Mar 2022 at 07:00

Summary of the contracting process

Magnox Limited, under the auspices of Sellafield, is in the planning stage of a preliminary market engagement process titled "Winfrith Removal of Held-up Water from Terrestrial Section of the Sea Discharge Pipeline". This procurement is focused on the removal of water from approximately 9.3kms of pipelines located in Thornbury, England. The engagement is set to conclude by 30th September 2022, with interested suppliers encouraged to respond earlier. The procurement falls under the construction industry, specifically related to water and sewage pipelines, with plans for further development of tender documentation based on market feedback.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in pipeline construction, environmental services, and wastewater management. Companies that can offer innovative solutions for the removal and disposal of held-up water, especially those familiar with transporting large volumes of liquid waste, would be well-suited to compete. Engagement with Magnox Limited will not only provide insights into the upcoming procurement process but also allow suppliers to tailor their offerings to meet specific project requirements effectively.

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Notice Title

Preliminary Market Engagement - Winfrith Removal of Held-up water from Terrestrial section of the Sea Discharge Pipeline Reference number: Preliminary Market Engagement

Notice Description

Magnox Limited is currently preparing to initiate a procurement process for the removal of held up water to the terrestrial element of the Winfrith sea pipeline. Magnox wish to carry out pre-market engagement with interested suppliers to investigate the current market capabilities and gain knowledge about existing and future products and techniques which may assist informing Magnox in the development of the tender documentation. This will ensure that the requirements are effectively met and delivered in a strategy that meets market capabilities and requirements. It also provides procurement awareness for suppliers regarding this requirements. Any information gathered through this market consultation exercise may inform internal business planning and any possible subsequent procurement process and will NOT be appraised in any future tender evaluation exercise. Should you wish to participate in this exercise please register your interest by contacting Neil Allsopp using the contact details listed in this notice. The procurement is for the removal of held-up water contained within 9.3kms of the terrestrial section of Winfrith's sea-discharge pipelines (SDP). The twin pipelines run approximately 1.50m below ground level through predominantly arable farmland. The pipelines are constructed from Schedule 40 API 5L carbon-steel and comprise two 6"- 8" diameter 'active' pipelines contained within two 12"- 18" diameter 'low-active' pipelines leading to a concrete shore valve-house structure at Arish Mell. It is anticipated that the removal of approximately 10500m3 of water will be required. In addition to the pipeline, the removal of held-up water contained within a large concrete break-pressure tank is also required. 6 off 'wash-out' pits and 6 off 'air-valve' pits are located along the length of the pipelines. The preferred disposal route for the held-up water has not currently been determined. Two options currently being considered are 1) tanker-transportation to an off-site disposal facility and 2) pumping down the Marine section of the SDP under the existing discharge consent. The procurement shall include the following: * Removal all held-up water from within the terrestrial section of the SDP * Disposal of all held-up water from within the terrestrial section of the SDP Additional information: Magnox Limited is currently preparing to initiate a procurement process for the removal of held up water in the terrestrial element of the Winfrith sea pipeline. Magnox wish to carry out pre-market engagement with interested suppliers to investigate the current market capabilities and gain knowledge about existing and future products and techniques which may assist informing Magnox in the development of the tender documentation. The procurement is for the removal of held-up water contained within 9.3kms of the terrestrial section of Winfrith's sea-discharge pipelines (SDP). The twin pipelines run approximately 1.50m below ground level through predominantly arable farmland.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-9a3399ab-f525-4c67-8384-ad394d423501
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/3c7ebb7c-2d62-4778-9ea7-22da0d7344da
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

45 - Construction work

98 - Other community, social and personal services


CPV Codes

45231111 - Pipeline lifting and relaying

45231300 - Construction work for water and sewage pipelines

45232150 - Works related to water-distribution pipelines

98391000 - Decommissioning services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Jun 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
30 Sep 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

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
THORNBURY
Postcode
BS35 1RQ
Post Town
Bristol
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK5 West of England
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
South Gloucestershire
Electoral Ward
Severn Vale
Westminster Constituency
Thornbury and Yate

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