Planning

Robotics and Autonomous Systems Test & Validation Centre Command and Control Centre

OFFSHORE RENEWABLE ENERGY CATAPULT

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Planning

15 Feb 2021 at 14:36

Planning Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Offshore Renewable Energy Catapult has announced a planned procurement process for the construction of a Robotics and Autonomous Systems Test & Validation Centre Command and Control Centre, located in Blyth, North East England. The project falls under the industry category of construction work for research buildings and is expected to facilitate the testing and validation of subsea robotics technologies. With a total estimated build cost of approximately £1 million, the project aims for full occupancy by the first quarter of 2022. This procurement will follow the "Competitive with negotiation" method, with market engagement scheduled for 26 February 2021.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses that specialise in construction, particularly those with expertise in building research facilities and advanced technological centres. Firms involved in engineering, design, and project management relevant to offshore renewable energy sectors would be well-positioned to compete for this contract. The initiative aims to enhance testing capabilities in the UK, creating new market opportunities for innovators and companies in the subsea robotics field while supporting the transition to more efficient offshore renewable energy operations.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Robotics and Autonomous Systems Test & Validation Centre Command and Control Centre

Notice Description

This Prior Information Notice ("PIN") has been issued by Offshore Renewable Energy ("ORE") Catapult, in relation to the requirement to build a Robotics and Autonomous Systems Test & Validation Centre ("R&AS") Command and Control Centre. The building is expected to be over two floors, approximately 360m2 in floorspace and include office space, engineering workshops, welfare facilities. Full occupancy is expected by Q1 2022, with build costs estimated in the region of PS1m. This PIN is for market research purposes only and will only be used to engage with the market and not used to reduce the timescales of the procurement activity. Due to the complexity of the facility, it is anticipated that the procurement exercise will follow the "Competitive with negotiation" process, with one main contractor being appointed to deliver. Background: The accelerated testing, demonstration and validation in simulated testing facilities will reduce both the time and high cost associated in actual field testing, allowing faster adoption of cutting-edge subsea robotics technology, saving the offshore renewable energy sector costs in operation and maintenance performance and provide new market opportunities for businesses and innovators. In the UK (and internationally) there is a lack of facilities able to test and validate R&AS for offshore renewable energy applications. ORE Catapult already has the world's largest collection of offshore renewables test assets, these proposed enhancements in R&AS infrastructure will generate a world class capability in the North East of England. An early market engagement event is being planned for Friday 26 February 2021 at 1600 hrs. Suppliers wishing to access it can do so via this link https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN__MJb1yDhQ5mkIJhC0dZ0cw

Lot Information

Lot 1

This Prior Information Notice ("PIN") has been issued by Offshore Renewable Energy ("ORE") Catapult, in relation to the requirement to build a Robotics and Autonomous Systems Test & Validation Centre ("R&AS") Command and Control Centre. The building is expected to be over two floors, approximately 360m2 in floorspace and include office space, engineering workshops, welfare facilities. Full occupancy is expected by Q1 2022, with build costs estimated in the region of PS1m. This PIN is for market research purposes only and will only be used to engage with the market and not used to reduce the timescales of the procurement activity. Due to the complexity of the facility, it is anticipated that the procurement exercise will follow the "Competitive with negotiation" process, with one main contractor being appointed to deliver. Background: The accelerated testing, demonstration and validation in simulated testing facilities will reduce both the time and high cost associated in actual field testing, allowing faster adoption of cutting-edge subsea robotics technology, saving the offshore renewable energy sector costs in operation and maintenance performance and provide new market opportunities for businesses and innovators. In the UK (and internationally) there is a lack of facilities able to test and validate R&AS for offshore renewable energy applications. ORE Catapult already has the world's largest collection of offshore renewables test assets, these proposed enhancements in R&AS infrastructure will generate a world class capability in the North East of England. An early market engagement event is being planned for Friday 26 February 2021 at 1600 hrs. Suppliers wishing to access it can do so via this link https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN__MJb1yDhQ5mkIJhC0dZ0cw

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-029339
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/003026-2021
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Planning Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

45214600 - Construction work for research buildings

45214620 - Research and testing facilities construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Feb 20215 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
6 Jun 2021Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
OFFSHORE RENEWABLE ENERGY CATAPULT
Contact Name
Mrs Gillian Sharp
Contact Email
procurement@ore.catapult.org.uk
Contact Phone
+44 3330041419

Buyer Location

Locality
BLYTH
Postcode
NE24 1LZ
Post Town
Newcastle upon Tyne
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC42 Northumberland
Delivery Location
TLC21 Northumberland
Local Authority
Northumberland
Electoral Ward
Croft
Westminster Constituency
Blyth and Ashington

Further Information

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