Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process initiated by Wales & West Utilities Ltd (WWU) focuses on the acquisition and installation of hydrogen blending equipment. This tender, titled "1NextGen Electrolysis - Blending Equipment," falls under the industry category of Gas Network Equipment (CPV 39340000) and encompasses regions in Wales and the South West of England. The procurement is currently in the Tender stage, with the period ending on 6th December 2024. Suppliers must register on WWU's BravoSolution platform and submit their expressions of interest via email by the specified deadline. The project is expected to commence on 1st January 2025, covering two lots: one for the supply of the blending equipment and another for the complete supply and installation of the equipment.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in gas industry equipment and infrastructure. Companies with expertise in designing, supplying, and installing hydrogen blending units will find this project particularly beneficial. Given the specific technical and operational requirements detailed in the tender, businesses proficient in gas pressure equipment, instrumentation, and industrial process control would be well-suited to compete. The procurement method being selective, potential suppliers must ensure they meet the suitability criteria outlined in the Invitation to Tender, making it essential for capable and experienced firms to participate in this comprehensive hydrogen blending initiative.

Tender

1NextGen Electrolysis - Blending Equipment

WALES & WEST UTILITIES

Contract Timeline

Publication Date

6th November 2024 12:26:48 PM

Tender Deadline

6th December 2024 12:00:00 PM Expired
Contract Summary

WWU require a supplier to design and install a hydrogen blending unit and associated equipment to blend up to a maximum of 20% hydrogen by volume into the customers' existing natural gas supply. The injection will take place downstream of the meter where the end use is combustion to provide heat to the customers existing process. The customer process in non-interruptible and should the blend ratio go above the maximum allowable or if there is any failure of the hydrogen supply the blending infrastructure must be able to revert to 100% natural gas in order to maintain supply to the customer. The blending infrastructure will need to be able to meet the requirements set out in the scope. These requirements are taken from the recently published FUNCTIONAL SPECIFICATION FOR HYDROGEN BLENDING INFRASTRUCTURE a copy of which can be found in Appendix 1 in the scope. WWU will own and operate the hydrogen blending unit and any associated equipment which will be located at the customers site in line with Model 2 in the functional blending spec.
Contract Details

Open Contracting ID

ocds-h6vhtk-04b447

Publication Source

Find a Tender Service

Procurement Stage

Tender

Procurement Method

Selective

Procurement Method Details

Restricted Procedure

Procurement Category

Goods

Tender Suitability

Framework / DPS
Contract Classification

CPV Code(s)

39340000

CPV Division(s)

39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products
Awarding Authority

WALES & WEST UTILITIES

Buyer Name

Buyer Email

nicci.birchall@wwutilities.co.uk

Buyer Phone

Buyer Address

Wales & West House, Spooner Close, Coedkernew

NEWPORT

NP10 8FZ

United Kingdom

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1NextGen Electrolysis - Blending Equipment

WALES & WEST UTILITIES

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