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EICR Testing

Lothian Health Board

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

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09 Sep 2024 at 15:39

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Tender

03 Jun 2024 at 12:48

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

NHS Lothian, operating as the Lothian Health Board, has issued a procurement process under the classification "Electrical services" with the title "EICR Testing". This initiative aims to administer a comprehensive Schedule of Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR) testing across NHS Lothian assets. The procurement, conducted via the Public Contracts Scotland-Tender Portal, employs an open procedure and is currently in the active stage. Notable deadlines include a tender period ending on 3rd July 2024, with the contract award beginning on the same date. The contract term is initially set for one year starting 6th August 2024, with a potential extension for an additional year. The scope of work mandates periodic inspection and testing of electrical systems, including thermal imaging under specific conditions, across regions like Edinburgh (UKM73), West Lothian (UKM75), and Midlothian (UKM78). Community benefits are also emphasized as part of this procurement process.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in electrical services, particularly those with experience in large-scale health sector projects. Companies that meet the stringent criteria for technical and financial capability, including holding appropriate qualifications and maintaining necessary insurance coverage, stand a good chance of winning. Additionally, the contract's foreseeable extension and its association with the reputable NHS Lothian makes it an attractive prospect for growth-oriented enterprises. Small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that can demonstrate relevant experience and a robust safety and quality management system would be well-suited to compete for this contract. The procurement underscores a commitment to both service quality and community enrichment, appealing to conscientious service providers.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

EICR Testing

Notice Description

The contractor will be expected to implement a fully comprehensive Schedule of Inspection and Testing (EICR) schedule across NHS Lothian as per the asset listing.

Lot Information

Lot 1

NHS Lothian utilises SFG 20 to determine suitable workplaces and schedules. Work plan '44-11 & SHTM 06-23 - Period Inspection and Testing' defines the requirements of this service.. Each distribution board shall be subject to 5 year inspection and test. There will be occasions where power cannot be removed from Distribution Boards due to clinical risk. If this event exists, then there is a requirement to carry out Thermal Imaging of Electrical Systems (under 1000VAC) SFG Work plan 44-16 with Earth Loop Impedance test. Prior to this change being implemented it must be agreed by Head of Estates and Hard FM Area Manager and recorded through contract governance. The SFG 20 work plan is contained within the suite of procurement documents available for download on PCS-Tender.

Renewal: The proposed contract period is an initial 12 momth contract with the option to extend for + 12 months.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-046cf9
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028824-2024
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

50532400 - Repair and maintenance services of electrical distribution equipment

71314100 - Electrical services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£300,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£150 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Sep 20242 years ago
Submission Deadline
3 Jul 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
6 Aug 2024 - 5 Aug 2025 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Lothian Health Board
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH1 3EG
Postcode Area
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
TLM73 East Lothian and Midlothian, TLM75 City of Edinburgh, TLM78 West Lothian
Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
City Centre
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh East and Musselburgh

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Bureau Veritas UK Limited

Further Information

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