Summary of the contracting process

Natural England is currently in the tender stage for the procurement of solar-powered boreholes for livestock in the South West region of the United Kingdom. The project, titled "3 livestock solar powered boreholes," falls under the industry category "Construction work for water projects" (CPV: 45240000). The contract aims to supply and install the equipment necessary to sustain 30 cattle through the summer across three sites: Trevassack, Crousa, and Goldgotham. Contractors are required to submit their quotations by 12 midday on 14th February 2025, with the expected contract period starting on 17th February 2025 and ending on 31st March 2025. The project budget ranges from GBP 20,000 to GBP 40,000, and Natural England will prioritise bids from those who attend a site visit.

This tender represents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in the installation of sustainable water supply systems to expand their portfolio. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly well-suited for this project due to its below-threshold open procurement method. Businesses with experience in solar-powered infrastructure and minimal-impact installations can compete to provide innovative and eco-friendly solutions. Engaging with this tender could lead to further opportunities with Natural England and other public sector organisations, promoting business growth in the construction and sustainable technologies sectors.

Tender

3 livestock solar powered boreholes

NATURAL ENGLAND

Contract Timeline

Publication Date

30th January 2025 08:41:57 AM

Tender Deadline

14th February 2025 12:00:00 PM Expired
Contract Summary

Provide solar powered livestock borehole water supply. Contractor to supply and install borehole, pumping gear and 75 gallon concrete trough. Borehole supply must be sufficient to sustain 30 cattle through the summer Borehole headgear and power supply should endeavour to be as minimal as possible to minimise impact on landscape We are inviting a quote on 3 sites ..., Trevassack, Crousa and Goldgotham. ...see RFQ Additional information: To apply for this opportunity you must submit your quotation meeting the requirements detailed in the Request for Quotation (RFQ) attached. Your response must be sent to richard.glasson@naturalengland.org.uk by 12 midday on 14/02/25 It is strongly advised that bidders visit the work and site location, Natural England will favour such bidders that attend a sight visit. If you have any clarification questions linked to this opportunity or the procurement process please submit these via email to richard.glasson@naturalengland.org.uk. Please note that, unless commercially sensitive, both the question and the response will be circulated to all tenderers.
Contract Details

Open Contracting ID

ocds-b5fd17-adf1ce19-4bd1-4247-90a7-c99336765743

Publication Source

Contracts Finder

Procurement Stage

Tender

Procurement Method

Open

Procurement Method Details

Open Procedure (below Threshold)

Procurement Category

Services

Tender Suitability

SME

Framework / DPS
Contract Classification

CPV Code(s)

45240000

CPV Division(s)

45 - Construction work
Awarding Authority

NATURAL ENGLAND

Buyer Name

Richard Glasson

Buyer Email

richard.glasson@naturalengland.org.uk

Buyer Phone

07789745657

Buyer Address

The Lizard NNR, Bochym Industrial Estate

Helston

TR12 7AZ

England

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3 livestock solar powered boreholes

NATURAL ENGLAND

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