Tender

Design, Supply, Installation and Commissioning of Solar Photovoltaic Panels at The University of Essex, Colchester Campus

UNIVERSITY OF ESSEX

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Tender

11 Feb 2020 at 13:15

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The University of Essex is procuring a contractor for the design, supply, installation, and commissioning of solar photovoltaic panels at its Colchester Campus. This project is part of a broader initiative aligned with the university's Carbon Management Plan, aiming for completion in 2020. The tender is currently in the open stage of the procurement process and is expected to close for submissions by midday on 13th March 2020. The project has an estimated value of £550,000 and falls under the works category related to solar panel installation and electrical installation work.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses in the renewable energy sector, particularly those specialising in solar photovoltaic systems, electrical installations, and general contracting. Companies that hold the necessary accreditations, such as NICEIC for electrical works and certifications related to solar PV, will be well-positioned to compete. Additionally, businesses with experience in projects funded through Salix and those adept at delivering technical solutions in line with sustainability goals will find this opportunity particularly appealing.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Design, Supply, Installation and Commissioning of Solar Photovoltaic Panels at The University of Essex, Colchester Campus

Notice Description

The University of Essex is seeking to appoint a suitably accredited, qualified and experienced contractor for the design, supply, install, testing and commissioning of solar photovoltaic systems here at our campus in Colchester, Essex, for completion during 2020. Robust connections to the mains electricity network in each building are also be part of the scope. A desktop analysis of the suitable campus roofs has established that there is up to 3,401m2 of roof space available for the installation of Solar PV arrays. The main driver for the Solar PV project is to save energy in line with our Carbon Management Plan, to reduce grid import and reduce carbon emissions, in a cost-effective manner with a reasonable capital cost payback term. Thirteen buildings across the estate have been identified as having suitable south facing aspects with no shadow totalling a roof area of 11,354m2. It has been assumed that 30% of this figure will be useful for the installation of suitable PV arrays. The project is to be part funded via Salix funding so each building and the full proposal for the campus needs to comply with Salix investment criteria and hurdle rates. The approach for each building should be tailored to support this aim. A site plan has been attached which can be cross referenced with Google Maps: https://www.google.co.uk/maps/@51.8772583,0.9449303,591m/data=!3m1!1e3 The University also has a map on our website that shows building's locations: https://findyourway.essex.ac.uk/ The successful contractor will be appointed under the JCT Design and Build Contract 2016. Part A of the tender assessment covers the prerequisite accreditations and standards that applicants must demonstrate compliance with in order to participate in the tender process. Applicants must have accreditation to all of the following in order to be considered for this opportunity: 1) The NICEIC (Commercial Level), ECA or equivalent 2) Solar PV Microgeneration Certification Scheme or equivalent 3) Constructionline (or equivalent) verified Silver, Gold or Platinum Membership 4) Approved to Constructionline Work Categories detailed below ( or equivalent) with a notational value of PS550,000 or above - 45261215-4 Installation of solar photovoltaic systems (solar PV) for converting daylight into electrical power - 45310000-3 Electrical installation work The University of Essex uses Constructionline, a procurement and supply chain management service, to streamline the procurement and assessment of contractors applying for this opportunity: https://www.constructionline.co.uk/ Also, the University of Essex uses the Proactis e-sourcing portal to conduct our tender activity. Please ensure that you register your organisation on the Proactis portal and download the tender documentation pack and participate at the following web address: https://supplierlive.proactisp2p.com/Account/Login See attached the full advert details. Additional information: If you are already a verified Gold level member of Constructionline you can provide us with your registration number and then skip the core questions C1, C2, C3, C4, O1, O2, O3 and O4 and go straight to the project-specific supplementary questions provided in the tender pack. If you are a verified Silver Member of Constructionline you can provide us with your registration number and then skip the core questions C1, C2, C3, C4 only and ensure you complete O1, O2, O3, O4, Corporate and Social Responsibility questions, and the University of Essex technical questions. Please ensure that you log-in to your Constructionline profile and confirm the information they hold on your company is accurate and that you are verified for the Work Categories and notational values stated above. Please note it is the bidder's responsibility to ensure that your profile is valid by the closing date of this advert and meets the requirements of this notice and the tender documentation. Applicants that are not Constructionline members are encouraged register as this will simplify evaluation of the pre-requisite requirements. To apply to Constructionline in relation to this contract notice please contact David Marshall by email on david.marshall@constructionline.co.uk. Organisations that are not Constructionline Members will not be precluded from expressing an interest in this contract notice but will need to demonstrate that they meet the prerequisite requirements, through the completion of a full PAS91 questionnaire and supporting evidence. Part B of the tender assessment will cover applicants proposed approach to delivering a technical solution, social value and commercial response. The closing date for submission of completed tender submissions, via the Proactis e-sourcing portal, as directed above, is midday Friday 13th March 2020.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-b17ab43f-dedc-4011-814f-1c7e001c5130
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5825561a-d705-46b9-a981-a94afccbe533
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

45261215 - Solar panel roof-covering work

45310000 - Electrical installation work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£550,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Feb 20206 years ago
Submission Deadline
13 Mar 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2020 - 30 Sep 2020 6-12 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
UNIVERSITY OF ESSEX
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
COLCHESTER
Postcode
CO4 3SQ
Post Town
Colchester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH3 Essex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH34 Essex Haven Gateway
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Colchester
Electoral Ward
Wivenhoe
Westminster Constituency
Harwich and North Essex

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