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Bells Bridge Operation and Maintenance

GLASGOW CITY COUNCIL

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Summary of the contracting process

Glasgow City Council is conducting a public procurement process for the "Bells Bridge Operation and Maintenance" project, primarily within the services industry. This procurement is currently in the Award stage, following the tender period which ended on 8 December 2017. The project's focus is on the operation and 24-hour maintenance of Bell’s Bridge in Glasgow. This initiative is essential for ensuring the safe navigation of vessels as mandated by the Bell’s Bridge Order Confirmation Act 1995. The awarded contractors must cooperate with each other, and with the council and Clydeport Authority. The procurement was undertaken via an open procedure, indicating broad participation opportunities for interested suppliers.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses focusing on public service operations and maintenance, particularly those with capabilities in infrastructure management and marine operations. Potential competitors could include large firms experienced in bridge operations and maintenance, engineering companies, and service providers with expertise in public works contracts. Winning this contract could lead to sustained engagements, as the awarded contractor may also have opportunities for renewal and long-term collaboration with Glasgow City Council.

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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

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000515965
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN321668
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Award 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

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
£77,399 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Jun 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
8 Dec 2017Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Apr 20187 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
2.5 years from award date

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Unsuccessful
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
GLASGOW CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
David Hart, Lindsay McGibbon
Contact Email
david.hart@glasgow.gov.uk, lindsay.mcgibbon@glasgow.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1412876964

Buyer Location

Locality
GLASGOW
Postcode
G2 1DU
Post Town
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
TLM82 Glasgow City

Local Authority
Glasgow City
Electoral Ward
Anderston/City/Yorkhill
Westminster Constituency
Glasgow North East

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

GLASGOW SCIENCE CENTRE

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV300239
    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.
  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN321668
    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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