Tender

Purchase of Gas Detection Equipment

NORTHERN GAS NETWORKS LIMITED

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Planning

10 May 2021 at 14:48

Planning Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Northern Gas Networks Limited is currently in the planning stage of a public procurement process for the purchase of gas detection equipment, specifically seeking a contract for approximately 80-100 units. This selective tender aims to engage a single supplier for a contract valued at £380,000, with an initial duration of three years and the option for two one-year extensions. The procurement period will end on 14 June 2021, and the gas detection units must meet specific criteria, including portability, GPS and Bluetooth functionality, and compliance with ATEX safety standards. The contract is aimed at suppliers capable of delivering high-quality gas-detection apparatus suitable for use within the UK.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in the manufacture and supply of high-tech monitoring equipment, particularly those specialising in gas detection technology. Companies that excel in providing portable, durable, and technologically advanced devices will find this contract appealing. Additionally, businesses that can ensure minimal operational costs and effective servicing capabilities will have a competitive edge in this procurement process, enhancing their growth potential within the energy and utilities sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Purchase of Gas Detection Equipment

Notice Description

Northern Gas Networks are seeking to establish a contract with a single supplier to provide circa 80-100 gas detection units for use on their network. The contract will be awarded for the initial term of 3 years with the option to extend a further 2 x 1 years. The gas detection unit must as a minimum meet the following criteria: * Infrared sensor * Must have a GPS and Bluetooth Interface as we wish to be able to track the resources route when surveying sites, with the device able to plot both route swept and any readings that are detected on a print out / digital report that can be uploaded to a cloud dashboard * Colour and audible alarm indicators * Must be able to detect readings from 1ppm to 100% vol of gas * Must be able to perform a gas quality check to determine type of gas being detected (mine, swamp, sewer or natural gas) * Must be able to detect Carbon Dioxide, Methane, Propane, Butane, Hydrogen Sulfide, Carbon Monoxide and Ethane * Must be ATEX approved as is used in gaseous atmospheres, ideally the devices will be explosion-proof * Must be portable and light weight, with a clear, easy to read and use display (even in dark / night) * Will ideally include a strap for carrying around neck * Must be able to be charged in vehicle * Must have in vehicle cradle for when in transport * Must have various attachments for a variation of surveys o Long handled for reaching heights o Probe to "pull gas from the ground" * Needs to be able to be serviced by NGN resources, thus keeping running costs down * Needs to be able to go several months without needing to be calibrated, thus negating monthly visits to the depot for all operational resources - this will also save on gasses to calibrate seekers, which further reduce running costs If you would like to express you interest in the above please do so by emailing ahaddock@northerngas.co.uk

Lot Information

Lot 1

Northern Gas Networks are seeking to establish a contract with a single supplier to provide circa 80-100 gas detection units for use on their network. The contract will be awarded for the initial term of 3 years with the option to extend a further 2 x 1 years. The gas detection unit must as a minimum meet the following criteria: * Infrared sensor * Must have a GPS and Bluetooth Interface as we wish to be able to track the resources route when surveying sites, with the device able to plot both route swept and any readings that are detected on a print out / digital report that can be uploaded to a cloud dashboard * Colour and audible alarm indicators * Must be able to detect readings from 1ppm to 100% vol of gas * Must be able to perform a gas quality check to determine type of gas being detected (mine, swamp, sewer or natural gas) * Must be able to detect Carbon Dioxide, Methane, Propane, Butane, Hydrogen Sulfide, Carbon Monoxide and Ethane * Must be ATEX approved as is used in gaseous atmospheres, ideally the devices will be explosion-proof * Must be portable and light weight, with a clear, easy to read and use display (even in dark / night) * Will ideally include a strap for carrying around neck * Must be able to be charged in vehicle * Must have in vehicle cradle for when in transport * Must have various attachments for a variation of surveys o Long handled for reaching heights o Probe to "pull gas from the ground" * Needs to be able to be serviced by NGN resources, thus keeping running costs down * Needs to be able to go several months without needing to be calibrated, thus negating monthly visits to the depot for all operational resources - this will also save on gasses to calibrate seekers, which further reduce running costs If you would like to express you interest in the above please do so by emailing ahaddock@northerngas.co.uk

Renewal: 3 year initial term with the option to extend a further 2 x 1 years

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-02af15
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/010148-2021
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Planning Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
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

38 - Laboratory, optical and precision equipments (excl. glasses)

CPV Codes

38431100 - Gas-detection apparatus

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£380,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£380,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 May 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
14 Jun 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NORTHERN GAS NETWORKS LIMITED
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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)
Local Authority
Leeds
Electoral Ward
Garforth & Swillington
Westminster Constituency
Leeds East

Further Information

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