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Robotic Cluster for Offshore Energy ("R-CORE")

OFFSHORE RENEWABLE ENERGY CATAPULT

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

16 Sep 2020 at 12:22

Tender

23 Jul 2020 at 16:14

Tender

23 Jul 2020 at 16:12

Summary of the contracting process

The Offshore Renewable Energy Catapult is seeking to establish a Robotic Cluster for Offshore Energy (R-CORE) through a completed procurement process aimed at developing a business case for an offshore facility to test sub-sea robotic technologies. This initiative falls under the technical testing, analysis and consultancy services industry category, with financial figures indicating a project value of £70,000. The procurement period concluded on 13 August 2020, with the contract set to commence on 31 August 2020 and run until 30 November 2020. The project is located in the North East region of the United Kingdom, signifying a strategic move to advance the renewable energy sector.

This tender represents significant opportunities for businesses, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) that are engaged in technical consulting, environmental engineering, offshore installation services, and related sectors. Companies that specialise in developing advanced robotic technologies, consultancy services in energy management, or environmental impact assessments will find this tender particularly relevant. The project aims to cultivate innovation in the renewable energy technology realm, presenting a chance for businesses to contribute to and benefit from the development of next-generation solutions in the industry.

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Notice Title

Robotic Cluster for Offshore Energy ("R-CORE")

Notice Description

The Offshore Renewable Energy Catapult ("ORE Catapult") requires a business case that appraises a proposed site for the Robotics Cluster for Offshore Renewable Energy sector ("R-CORE"). RCORE is proposing to build an offshore facility to test sub-sea robotic technologies. The objective of the project is to offer an offshore facility to test sub-sea robotic technologies such as autonomous vehicles in conditions representative of those expected at offshore wind sites. It is intended that OEMs, other large industrial companies, the developers and owner/operators will be able to access the site to improve existing and develop the next generation renewable energy technology in the UK.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-e524b1d7-d31d-46db-9d04-4be572a6ce20
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6f762702-1867-4e6b-b357-893ba412d117
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not applicable
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

76 - Services related to the oil and gas industry

90 - Sewage, refuse, cleaning and environmental services


CPV Codes

71313000 - Environmental engineering consultancy services

71314200 - Energy-management services

71350000 - Engineering-related scientific and technical services

71600000 - Technical testing, analysis and consultancy services

72221000 - Business analysis consultancy services

73200000 - Research and development consultancy services

76521000 - Offshore installation services

90711400 - Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) services other than for construction

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£60,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£70,000 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Sep 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
12 Aug 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
10 Sep 20205 years ago
Contract Period
13 Sep 2020 - 14 Dec 2020 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
OFFSHORE RENEWABLE ENERGY CATAPULT
Contact Name
Francesca Robinson
Contact Email
procurement@ore.catapult.org.uk
Contact Phone
+44 3330041400

Buyer Location

Locality
GLASGOW
Postcode
G1 1RD
Post Town
Glasgow
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM3 West Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM32 Glasgow City
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England)

Local Authority
Glasgow City
Electoral Ward
Anderston/City/Yorkhill
Westminster Constituency
Glasgow East

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

AQUATERA LTD - ORKNEY

Further Information

Notice Documents

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