Tender

GB-Scotland: Edinburgh

NORTHERN LIGHTHOUSE BOARD

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Tender

18 Nov 2016 at 20:17

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Northern Lighthouse Board is currently conducting a tender for the refurbishment of radio masts, specifically located in Edinburgh, Scotland. The procurement process is at the tender stage, having been published on 20 July 2016, with a tender submission deadline that closed on 28 July 2016. The project has a total value of £500,000, with a minimum contract value set at £100,000. The works involve multiple stages, including surveys, disconnecting antenna wires, and potentially refurbishing or demolishing masts, depending on the outcomes of preliminary tests.

This tender presents significant opportunities for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) specialising in construction and engineering services, particularly those experienced in refurbishing telecommunications infrastructure. Companies that can mobilise quickly and demonstrate competence in handling complex projects involving radio masts will be well-positioned to compete. The successful tenderers will play a critical role in ensuring the Northern Lighthouse Board can maintain and enhance its operational capabilities in the region.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

GB-Scotland: Edinburgh

Notice Description

The following gives an outline description of the works: Stage 1 - Carry out a conditional survey of each mast including all fixings, connections, guys ropes and anchorage point and then report on the suitability of the masts in their current condition. Stage 2 - Disconnect top antenna wires running between all three masts. This work must be undertaken by a competent nominated antenna contractor. The removal of the antenna wires shall allow NLB Staff to undertake tuning tests to establish whether the station can be run using only the central mast. The outcome of the works at this stage shall determine the scope and timescales for further works, there are three possible options as listed: Option 1 Should the trials prove unsuccessful the antenna wires shall be re-connected and then stage 3a of the works shall be implemented. Option 2 Should the trials show a strong indication that using only the central mast will be successful the refurbishment/demolition works shall be delayed for 4 weeks to allow NLB personnel to monitor the results. After this period Stage 3b of the works will be implemented as advised by NLB Rep. Option 3 Should the trials prove inconclusive the NLB retain the option to extend the trial period to 6 months after which time the works will move on to either stage 3a or 3b as determined by NLB Rep. All tenderers should take note of the above and price in accordance particularly in relation to mobilisation of site. Stage 3a - Refurbishment of all three masts as detailed in the Bill of Quantities. Stage 3b - Refurbishment of the central mast only with the outer masts being taken down and removed from site as outline in the Bill of Quantities. Stage 4 - Demobilisation and site clearance Site visits will be conducted on Wednesday 3 August 2016 for this project. Please contact Ruth Millan, Procurement@nlb.org.uk to confirm attendance. Additional information: The contracting authority considers that this contract may be suitable for economic operators that are small or medium enterprises (SMEs). However, any selection of tenderers will be based solely on the criteria set out for the procurement. The tender documents can be downloaded from our buyer profile http://nlb.g2b.info, current tenders, other information

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-e99902fb-adc9-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/6966f229-6119-4b0a-8bc6-e20a5a608c9b
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
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

44212250 - Masts

44212261 - Radio masts

45453100 - Refurbishment work

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Nov 20169 years ago
Submission Deadline
28 Jul 2016Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
7 Nov 2016 - 5 Dec 2016 30 days
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
NORTHERN LIGHTHOUSE BOARD
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH2 3DA
Post Town
Edinburgh
Country
Scotland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM1 East Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM13 City of Edinburgh
Delivery Location
TLM Scotland
Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
City Centre
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh North and Leith

Further Information

Notice Documents

Notice URLs

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