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Bells Bridge Operation and Maintenance

Glasgow City Council

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Tender

31 Jul 2017 at 01:00

PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Glasgow City Council is currently conducting a public procurement process for the "Bells Bridge Operation and Maintenance" project, which falls under the category of general public services. Located in Glasgow, this active tender is at the "Tender" stage, with submissions due by 31 August 2017. The procurement method employed is an open procedure, inviting bids for two lots: Lot 1 covers the operation of Bell’s Bridge, while Lot 2 pertains to its maintenance. Interested parties may submit their bids electronically through the designated online platform.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in maintenance and operations, particularly those with experience in public infrastructure projects. Companies that are equipped to provide 24-hour operational and maintenance services, including the necessary communication and logistics support, would be well-positioned to compete. The project requires contractors to collaborate closely with each other and with Glasgow City Council, emphasizing the importance of strong communication and organisational skills. The potential for a contract duration of up to 2.5 years with renewal options further enhances growth potential for successful bidders.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Bells Bridge Operation and Maintenance

Notice Description

The Council is inviting tender bids to appoint a contractor for the following:- Lot 1 - Operation of Bell's Bridge, Glasgow Lot 2 - Maintenance of Bell's Bridge, Glasgow. Glasgow City Council has responsibility to ensure the safe operation and maintenance of Bell's Bridge in Glasgow. Under the terms of the Bell's Bridge Order Confirmation Act 1995, the Council is required to open Bell's Bridge at such times and for such periods as the Senior Marine Operations Manager states, to enable the passage of vessels through the navigation channel. The appointed contractor(s) will be required to co-operate with each other in the event that separate contractors are appointed and also to co-operate with Glasgow City Council and Clydeport Authority.

Lot Information

Operation of Bell's Bridge, Glasgow

The appointed contractor is to provide a 24 hour operating service, including the cost of communication equipment and other overheads, with a requirement to open and close Bell's Bridge within two hours of first notification between the hours of 8am and 8pm or four hours prior notice at all other times.. Economic operators may be excluded from this competition if they are in any of the situations referred to in regulation 8 and 9 of the Procurement (Scotland) Regulations 2016.

Renewal: Plus 12 months

Maintenance of Bell's Bridge, Glasgow

The appointed contractor is to provide a 24 hour maintenance service, including the cost of communication equipment, licences, and other overheads, with a restriction that Bell's Bridge should be able to open, within two hours of first notification between the hours of 8am and 8pm or four hours prior notice at all other times (including during maintenance/servicing).. Economic operators may be excluded from this competition if they are in any of the situations referred to in regulation 8 and 9 of the Procurement (Scotland) Regulations 2016.

Renewal: Plus 12 months

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000495013
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL291069
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

63 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

63712310 - Bridge operating services

71300000 - Engineering services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
31 Jul 20179 years ago
Submission Deadline
31 Aug 2017Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
2.5 years from award date

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Glasgow City Council
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
GLASGOW
Postcode
G2 1DU
Postcode Area
Glasgow
Country
Scotland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM3 West Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM32 Glasgow City
Delivery Location
TLM34 North Lanarkshire
Local Authority
Glasgow City
Electoral Ward
Anderston/City/Yorkhill
Westminster Constituency
Glasgow North East

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL291069
    Bells Bridge Operation and Maintenance - The Council is inviting tender bids to appoint a contractor for the following:- Lot 1 - Operation of Bell's Bridge, Glasgow Lot 2 - Maintenance of Bell's Bridge, Glasgow. Glasgow City Council has responsibility to ensure the safe operation and maintenance of Bell's Bridge in Glasgow. Under the terms of the Bell's Bridge Order Confirmation Act 1995, the Council is required to open Bell's Bridge at such times and for such periods as the Senior Marine Operations Manager states, to enable the passage of vessels through the navigation channel. The appointed contractor(s) will be required to co-operate with each other in the event that separate contractors are appointed and also to co-operate with Glasgow City Council and Clydeport Authority.

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