Tender

Framework Agreement - Tower Lifts Replacement

NORTH LANARKSHIRE COUNCIL

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Tender

21 Nov 2019 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process is initiated by North Lanarkshire Council for the "Framework Agreement - Tower Lifts Replacement" project, which falls under the works category. This undertaking involves establishing a multi-supplier framework for the design and refurbishment of lift systems in domestic tower blocks within the North Lanarkshire area, with a total estimated value of £3.5 million over a duration of two years. The deadline for submission of tenders is set for 16 December 2019, and the procurement method is classified as selective, following a restricted procedure.

This tender presents significant opportunities for construction and engineering firms, particularly those experienced in lift installation and refurbishment projects. Companies with relevant qualifications, such as ISO certifications and experience demonstrated through previous projects, would be well-positioned to compete. Additionally, businesses that can demonstrate financial stability and meet specific insurance cover requirements could benefit greatly from participating in this framework agreement, fostering potential growth within the public contracting sector.

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Notice Title

Framework Agreement - Tower Lifts Replacement

Notice Description

This procurement exercise is being conducted to put in place a multi-supplier framework agreement of which three contractors will be appointed for a duration of two years and for a maximum value of 3.5 million GBP to undertake the design and build of lift replacement and refurbishment to various domestic tower blocks in the North Lanarkshire Council area.

Lot Information

Lot 1

This procurement exercise is being conducted to put in place a multi-supplier framework agreement for a duration of two years and for a maximum value of 3.5 million GBP to undertake the design and build of lift replacement and refurbishment to various domestic tower blocks in the North Lanarkshire Council area. The framework agreement will be SBCC Framework Agreement 2014 (FA/Scot) for use in Scotland and the call-off mechanism will be the SBCC Design and Build Contract for use in Scotland 2016 (DB/Scot). The scope includes the design and build of of lift replacement and refurbishment to various domestic tower blocks in the North Lanarkshire Council area in the North Lanarkshire area. The following is included within the scope however, this list is not exhaustive: - Replace Control System - Replace Lift Drive System - Replace Entrances - Replace Lift Car. Candidates should read and refer to the ITP. Failure to comply with the instructions contained within the ITP may result in a Candidate's submission being rejected. Economic operators may be excluded from this competition if they are in any of the situations referred to in Regulation 58 of the Public Contracts (Scotland) Regulations 2015.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000604425
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV372730
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45000000 - Construction work

45210000 - Building construction work

45313100 - Lift installation work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£3,500,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£3,500,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Nov 20196 years ago
Submission Deadline
16 Dec 2019Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NORTH LANARKSHIRE COUNCIL
Contact Name
Support Services
Contact Email
contract.support@northlan.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1698302661

Buyer Location

Locality
MOTHERWELL
Postcode
ML1 1AB
Post Town
Motherwell
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM3 West Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM34 North Lanarkshire
Delivery Location
TLM84 North Lanarkshire

Local Authority
North Lanarkshire
Electoral Ward
Motherwell South East and Ravenscraig
Westminster Constituency
Motherwell, Wishaw and Carluke

Further Information

Notice Documents

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