Planning

National Gas - Compressor Acoustic Buildings (CABS) Maintenance for T3

NATIONAL GAS TRANSMISSION PLC

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Planning

03 Dec 2024 at 16:39

Summary of the contracting process

National Gas Transmission PLC is seeking market insights for the maintenance of Compressor Acoustic Buildings (CABS) at around 21 sites across the United Kingdom. The procurement process is currently at the planning stage, with the Request for Information (RFI) issued on 3rd December 2024 and a submission deadline of 13th December 2024. This initiative is focussed on construction and repair work, classified under CPV codes such as 45000000 (Construction work) and 42123100 (Gas compressors). The procurement method is selective, utilising a restricted procedure. Future key dates include the tender period starting on 1st April 2025 and the contract period commencing on 1st April 2026 and concluding on 1st April 2031, reflecting a substantial investment of up to £100 million.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for SMEs capable of providing specialised maintenance services encompassing mechanical, civil, electrical, and software disciplines. The work involves surveys, design, supply, manufacture, installation, and commissioning tasks, including refurbishments and upgrades specific to gas compressor systems and associated structures. Companies with expertise in these areas and a track record of managing complex projects would be well-suited to compete. The RFI stage allows businesses to showcase their capabilities and form long-term partnerships with National Gas Transmission, setting a strong foundation for future collaborative engagements under the RIIO T-3 strategy.

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Notice Title

National Gas - Compressor Acoustic Buildings (CABS) Maintenance for T3

Notice Description

National Gas Transmission (NGT) is currently looking to understand the market for maintenance of its Compressor Acoustic Buildings (Cabs) which are located across ~21 sites in the United Kingdom. The RFI can be found on Achilles under the name: National Gas - Compressor Cabs Maintenance for RIIO T-3 RFI or following this link https://my.achilles.com/buyer-request-information/buyer-event-detail/1d7660af-6e42-4cbe-9930-f59ee5756959/suppliers/false The purpose of this RFI is for NGT to better understand the expertise of contractors and their supply chain with regards to maintenance of compressor cabs. NGT is exploring market capabilities to create a robust, resilient strategy to drive value, develop long-term partnerships with key contractors, and to ensure safe, successful delivery of RIIO T-3. Current funding from OFGEM is indicating up to PS100m for RIIO T-3. contract will not be awarded as a result of this RFI. This is not a formal tender process and is not being undertaken in accordance with the Utilities Contracts Regulations 2016. RFI Issue: Tuesday, 3rd December 2024 RFI Submission Deadline: Friday, 13th December 2024 To respond to this RFI please fill out and return the attached spreadsheet: Appendix 1 - RFI Questions Overview of Compressor Cabs Scope: CAB maintenance and replacement activities to include Survey, Design, Supply, Manufacture, Installation and Commissioning across the following areas / disciplines: 1. Cab Structure Remedial Works (Mechanical & Civil/Structural) * Door refurbishment and replacements * Cladding and seal repairs * Roof repairs * Paint upgrade and corrosion rectification * Cab steelwork and access repairs 2. Ventilation System Upgrades (Mechanical, Civil, Electrical, Instrumentation & Control, Software ) Bringing Ventilation Systems across fleet in compliance with ISO21789 comprising of: Participant a person (e.g. company, limited liability partnership, firm, joint venture, etc) involved in this Procurement Process RFI the Request For Information document requesting key information RFI Questionnaire the questions asked in this RFI document NGT National Gas Transmission Reques t For Information (RF I) v1 .0 3 * New fans and motors * New ductwork and support system * Introduction of new ventilation filtration systems * Fire & Gas system modifications (software & hardware) * Fire dampers * MCC Upgrades 3. Gas Turbine Exhaust System (Mechanical, Civil/Structural) Exhaust Stack repair works * Collector * Compensator * Relining of the ductwork * General weld repairs Replacement of Exhaust * Assessment of BAT * Exhaust stack * Silencers * Compensator * Steelwork and supports and access with associated civils 4. Air Intake Filter House (Mechanical, Civil, Electrical, Control & Instrumentation, Software) Repair * Filter replacement * Corrosion rectification and paintwork * Refurbishment of existing system to E12 filtration * Silencer refurbishment or replacement * Flexible connections Replacement of Filter House * New Air Intake system (silencer, E12 filtration, weather hoods etc) * Associated steelwork and access * Lighting (Internal & External) 5. Principal Contractor * Managing the above and potentially other CAB works (eg, fire suppression upgrades including minor civils)

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04c1fd
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038969-2024
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Planning Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

42 - Industrial machinery

45 - Construction work

50 - Repair and maintenance services

51 - Installation services (except software)


CPV Codes

42123100 - Gas compressors

45000000 - Construction work

45255300 - Gas terminal construction work

45255400 - Fabrication work

45255420 - Onshore fabrication work

45255500 - Drilling and exploration work

45255800 - Gas-production plant construction work

45259000 - Repair and maintenance of plant

45260000 - Roof works and other special trade construction works

45300000 - Building installation work

45500000 - Hire of construction and civil engineering machinery and equipment with operator

50000000 - Repair and maintenance services

51100000 - Installation services of electrical and mechanical equipment

51200000 - Installation services of equipment for measuring, checking, testing and navigating

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£100,000,000 £100M-£1B
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Dec 20241 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 1 Apr 2031 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NATIONAL GAS TRANSMISSION PLC
Contact Name
National Gas Transmission Procurement
Contact Email
peter.moran@nationalgas.com
Contact Phone
+447977432317

Buyer Location

Locality
WARWICK
Postcode
CV34 6DA
Post Town
Coventry
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG1 Herefordshire, Worcestershire and Warwickshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG13 Warwickshire CC
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Warwick
Electoral Ward
Warwick Myton & Heathcote
Westminster Constituency
Warwick and Leamington

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