Award

Supply and Installation of Aquarium Equipment

MARINE BIOLOGICAL ASSOCIATION OF THE UNITED KINGDOM(THE)

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

03 Jun 2021 at 14:00

Tender

09 Dec 2020 at 14:23

Summary of the contracting process

The Marine Biological Association (MBA), located in Plymouth, UK, is seeking suppliers for the "Supply and Installation of Aquarium Equipment" tender, which offers several lots including large aquaria tanks, computer controllers, and installation services. The procurement currently falls under the Award stage, having been published on 3rd June 2021. The tender process was open to bidders until 15th January 2021, and the contract is valued at £67,455, with the agreement expected to commence on 20th January 2021 and conclude by 28th February 2021. This procurement follows an open procedure, making it accessible to a wide range of suppliers.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses within the aquaculture, electrical, and water management industries, particularly those that specialise in large-scale equipment supply and installation. Suppliers capable of providing compliant, high-quality products with proven experience in similar projects over the past five years would be well-positioned to compete. Additionally, SMEs with robust capabilities in custom aquaria solutions or related services are encouraged to participate, as the MBA is interested in diverse bids across the numerous lots offered.

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Notice Title

Supply and Installation of Aquarium Equipment

Notice Description

The Marine Biological Association (MBA) based in Plymouth, UK wishes to advertise an opportunity to supply and install aquarium equipment in separate lots for 12 single unit aquaria. We are looking for suppliers to provide some or all of the equipment listed below: Lot 1: Rectangular Aquaria Tanks of approximately 1000-1400 L volume capacity, with a minimum 90cm depth, insulated or non-insulated. Lot 2: Aquarium computer controllers (monitor and modify water quality by use of probes and operating float switches, valves and other equipment) with pH electrode, redox sensors, conductivity electrode, salinity and temperature sensors - expandable to include oxygen probes. Including any required powerbars and powerhubs. Lot 3: Water quality/control equipment (general aquarium equipment) including 1000L capacity biofilters, 1000L capacity UV filters, pumps, 1000L capacity protein skimmers, 2 x 600w titanium heaters and 2000L capacity chillers. Lot 4: Lighting. A) Supplying Custom made LED light panels capable of producing 100 PAR at 60cm depth over 1m2 and B) installation of the lighting into the aquarium system with assistance from MBA staff. Lot 5: Tank plumbing and operating equipment - 12 x 32mm electric solenoid valves, pipework, cabeling, FPS sheeting, waterproof cabinets. Lot 6: Installation service of aquaria equipment from Lot 1-5 at MBA in Plymouth. Suppliers can bid for as many lots as they wish. Suppliers need to be registered business in the EU, with comprehensive business insurance and a proven track record of supplying commercial or large-scale aquaria for the past 5 years. All equipment needs to comply with EU safety regulations with a minimum 2 years warranty on equipment. Additional information: The technical specification and evaluation criteria and an FAQ is also available on the MBA website at https://www.mba.ac.uk/blog/aquarium-equipment-suppliers-needed-0

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-e290bf0c-6a8b-4ed0-bddf-0ade7c6254c8
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8d694373-a919-4f48-9c06-50873120a128
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

31 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting

39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products

45 - Construction work

98 - Other community, social and personal services


CPV Codes

31000000 - Electrical machinery, apparatus, equipment and consumables; lighting

39298800 - Aquariums

39370000 - Water installations

45317100 - Electrical installation work of pumping equipment

45332200 - Water plumbing work

98361000 - Aquatic marine services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£67,455 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£57,942 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Jun 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
15 Jan 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
2 Feb 20215 years ago
Contract Period
16 Feb 2021 - 30 Apr 2021 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MARINE BIOLOGICAL ASSOCIATION OF THE UNITED KINGDOM(THE)
Contact Name
Rowena Stern
Contact Email
rowena.stern@mba.ac.uk
Contact Phone
01752968709

Buyer Location

Locality
PLYMOUTH
Postcode
PL1 2PB
Post Town
Plymouth
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK4 Devon
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK41 Plymouth
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Plymouth
Electoral Ward
St Peter and the Waterfront
Westminster Constituency
Plymouth Sutton and Devonport

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
3
Supplier Names

CHARTERHOUSE TECHNOLOGY

FLOWTECH WATER SOLUTIONS

TECHNOVORE

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