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Labour Resources Framework Agreement

NORTHERN GAS NETWORKS LIMITED

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Award

08 Oct 2021 at 11:14

Tender

08 Mar 2021 at 16:36

Summary of the contracting process

The Labour Resources Framework Agreement, initiated by Northern Gas Networks Limited, focuses on the delivery of repair and maintenance services across the UK, specifically in operational projects and works orders. This procurement process has completed its tender stage, with the framework already active as of 30 September 2021. The agreement is divided into seven lots, covering various services such as joinery, electrical services, and scaffolding. Businesses looking to participate must note that the contract has a duration of three years, with options for extension.

This framework presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in maintenance and repair services, particularly in joinery, electrical work, and general building services. Providers with experience in emergency services or scheduled maintenance in the gas distribution sector would be ideal candidates for this tender. The framework allows for multiple contract awards, which enhances the chances for a variety of suppliers to engage with Northern Gas Networks, potentially leading to ongoing and lucrative collaborations.

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Notice Title

Labour Resources Framework Agreement

Notice Description

This Labour Resources framework agreement is to support Northern Gas Networks (NGN) in delivering a large portfolio of operational projects & works orders. This framework will assist NGN's Operations to engage with a range of contracted suppliers who are pre-qualified to carry out associated works. There are four main areas of work that contracted suppliers will support for the duration of the contract in order to maintain safety, productivity, compliance and customer care: Mains Works Replacement Emergency & Repair New Connections Network Maintenance Successful contracted suppliers will be utilised as and when required via the NGN management of these activities. The scope of requirement is split between 7 lots as follows: Lot 1 -Joinery Lot 2 - Carpet Fitting / Cleaning Lot 3 -Drain Repair Lot 4 - Electrical Services Lot 5 - Scaffolding Lot 6 - Tree Surgery Lot 7 - General Building Services

Lot Information

Joinery

This would be in support of our Emergency Service when NGN attend a gas emergency and require a "forced entry" to be made for both domestic and non-domestic properties along with the repair and replacement following such activities. Repair and alterations to customers' property would also be a requirement within our planned works Replacement Programme where access to meter controls is difficult and hence alterations to kitchen cupboards etc. would be required along with replacement/repair/removal of wood, laminate flooring & replacement of doors and glazing.

Options: 3 year contract term with the option to extend for 3 x 1 year terms thereafter

Renewal: minimum 3 year term with an option to extend for 3 x 1 year periods

Carpet Fitters / Cleaners

This requirement is for the provision of re-instating an existing carpet which has been lifted by one of our engineers or to provide a carpet cleaning service if our engineers have not been able to avoid any soiling. There may be occasions where we request a full carpet fit but this is rare.

Options: 3 year contract term with the option to extend for 3 x 1 year terms thereafter

Renewal: contract award 3 years with an option to extend for 3 x 1 year periods

Drain Repair

A much-utilised service surrounding repairs to damaged drains and ducts. The work profile is typically during daytime hours including weekends and bank holidays.

Options: 3 year contract term with the option to extend for 3 x 1 year terms thereafter

Renewal: 3 year contract with option to extend for 3 x 1 year extensions

Electrical Services

Earth Bonding which could encompass multiple properties within the same street during our mains pipes replacement works. NGN operatives when carrying out work in customers' properties are sometimes required to move the gas meter location which may impact on the earth bonding, this would require a qualified electrician to carry out this work and ensure safety within the customers property, there is also the possibility of damage to both internal and external domestic electrical supplies i.e. power to garage etc. that would again require repair or replacement.

Options: 3 year contract term with the option to extend for 3 x 1 year term thereafter

Renewal: 3 year contract with the option to extend for 3 x 1 year periods

Scaffolding Services

The business requirement various for both domestic & commercial works and encompasses all types of scaffolding for both planned works and short notice emergency works.

Options: 3 year contract term with the option to extend for 3 x 1 year terms thereafter

Renewal: 3 year contract with provision to extend for a further 3 x 1 year terms

Tree Surgery / landscape services

The main requirement is for tree and hedge removal to allow excavation. The suppliers will be expected to clear and remove all waste and debris from site.

Options: 3 year contract term with the option to extend for 3 x 1 year terms thereafter

Renewal: 3 year contract with provision to extend for 3 x 1 year terms

General Building Services

The main requirement is small works such as plastering, rendering, wall repair & tiling for domestic and commercial properties where our engineers have a need for reinstatement. There are occasions where a full quotation following a site visit will be required for any work/project that would take more than a single day to complete.

Options: 3 year contract term with the option to extend for a further 3 x 1 year term thereafter

Renewal: 3 year contract with the provision to extend for a further 3 x 1 year terms

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-029991
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025187-2021
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Negotiated procedure with prior call for competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

50000000 - Repair and maintenance services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
8 Oct 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
29 Mar 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
29 Sep 20196 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NORTHERN GAS NETWORKS LIMITED
Contact Name
Sharon Muirhead
Contact Email
smuirhead@northerngas.co.uk
Contact Phone
+44 7580795487

Buyer Location

Locality
LEEDS
Postcode
LS15 8TU
Post Town
Leeds
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE4 West Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE42 Leeds
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLC1 Tees Valley and Durham, TLC2 Northumberland, and Tyne and Wear, TLD1 Cumbria, TLE Yorkshire and The Humber

Local Authority
Leeds
Electoral Ward
Garforth & Swillington
Westminster Constituency
Leeds East

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