Award

Gas Quality Testing and Monitoring Services

OFGEM

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Award

07 Nov 2024 at 11:49

Tender

16 Aug 2024 at 07:55

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the contract titled "Gas Quality Testing and Monitoring Services" is managed by Ofgem, located in London, UK. This procurement falls under the "Technical testing, analysis, and consultancy services" category and aims to appoint a supplier to perform gas testing and quality monitoring services in alignment with the Gas Act 1986 and related regulations. This process, now in the Award stage, saw SGS United Kingdom Ltd as the awarded supplier. With an overall value of £5,000,000, the contract was signed on 31st October 2024 and will commence on 28th November 2024, lasting for an initial period of five years, with a potential renewal for up to two additional 12-month periods.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for businesses specialising in technical testing and analysis, especially those equipped to handle gas quality assessments, calibration of testing equipment, and provision of technical advice. Companies with expertise in gas-analysis apparatus and quality assurance certification will find this procurement particularly relevant. As an open procurement method, it encourages participation from diverse entities capable of meeting the stringent technical and quality criteria set forth by Ofgem. The potential for long-term engagement through renewal options further enhances the appeal for businesses seeking stable, long-term contracts in the technical testing sector.

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Notice Title

Gas Quality Testing and Monitoring Services

Notice Description

This procurement is for the appointment of a supplier to perform gas testing and quality monitoring services on behalf of the Authority as provided for under Sections 12 & 13 of the Gas Act 1986 and the Regulations (Gas Calculation of Thermal Energy) Regulations 1996 and Gas (Calculation of Thermal Energy) (Amendment) Regulations 1997) made pursuant to sections 12 & 13 of the Gas Act.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The Gas Quality Testing and Monitoring Services required under this procurement fall into the following broad areas: Gas Quality Examining and Approvals Calibration of Testing Equipment Quality Assurance Certification Provision of Technical Advice Relevant Industry Participation Full details of the requirement are set out in the Invitation to Tender (ITT). Additional information: For further information, please see attached 2024-080 Gas Testing and Quality Monitoring Services ITT document

Renewal: Up to 2 x 12-month periods until 27 October 2029

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-048b5d
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036051-2024
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

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

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

38432100 - Gas-analysis apparatus

38500000 - Checking and testing apparatus

71600000 - Technical testing, analysis and consultancy services

71630000 - Technical inspection and testing services

71632000 - Technical testing services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£5,000,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£5,000,000 £1M-£10M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Nov 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
5 Sep 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
31 Oct 20241 years ago
Contract Period
28 Nov 2024 - 27 Nov 2029 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Following the end of the initial 36-month period or following any extension period utilised.

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
OFGEM
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement2@ofgem.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 2079017000

Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
E14 4PU
Post Town
East London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI42 Tower Hamlets
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Tower Hamlets
Electoral Ward
Canary Wharf
Westminster Constituency
Poplar and Limehouse

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SGS UNITED KINGDOM

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