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Firbush Water Treatment Plant and System Servicing and Maintenance

UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH

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Summary of the contracting process

The University of Edinburgh is conducting a public procurement process titled "Firbush Water Treatment Plant and System Servicing and Maintenance". This tender falls within the services category, specifically related to the education sector, and is located in Edinburgh, UK. Currently in the award stage, the procurement was initiated on December 23, 2020, with the contract awarded to WGM Engineering Ltd on November 25, 2020. The contract, valued at £40,617.15, is for a two-year term with options for two one-year extensions.

This procurement presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in maintenance and servicing of water treatment systems, particularly those with experience in educational or public sector contracts. Small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) would be well-suited to compete, especially those with a proven track record in similar projects, as the tender evaluation will consider quality and technical capabilities. Bidders should be prepared to demonstrate relevant experience, financial qualifications, and adherence to health and safety standards necessary for delivering effective maintenance services to the university's outdoor activities centre.

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Notice Title

Firbush Water Treatment Plant and System Servicing and Maintenance

Notice Description

The purpose of this Term Maintenance Contract is to appoint a single supplier for comprehensive servicing and maintenance pertaining to the existing domestic water treatment plant and associated supply system that serves the Outdoor Activities Centre, Firbush. The contract will ensure that the equipment is maintained to the highest standard by trained, competent personnel; thus minimising any unscheduled downtime and improving reliability, whilst delivering optimum performance from the equipment. This procurement has been conducted via the Public Contracts Scotland - Tender portal (PCS-T)via a one stage Open procedure.

Lot Information

Lot 1

The University of Edinburgh is seeking to procure the services of a single supplier to undertake comprehensive service and maintenance tasks relating to the existing domestic water treatment plant and associated supply system that serves the Outdoor Activities Centre, Firbush. The contract will be established for a period of 2 years, with two 1-year extension options (2+1+1). This contract is being awarded on behalf of the University of Edinburgh and all University of Edinburgh Subsidiary Companies. Any and all of the University of Edinburgh's Subsidiary Companies may access and utilise this Contract at any time during the relevant Contract period.

Renewal: Proposed contract duration is 2 years with up to two 1-year extension options (1 + 1)

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000627510
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC403029
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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

50000000 - Repair and maintenance services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£40,617 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Dec 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
24 Sep 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
25 Nov 20205 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Contract for 24 months with option to extend annually for a further two years. Thereafter a new competitive tendering exercise may begin, dependent on a review of future maintenance strategies and if services are still required.

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
mmaican@ed.ac.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1316502508

Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH1 1HT
Post Town
Edinburgh
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM1 East Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM13 City of Edinburgh
Delivery Location
TLM75 City of Edinburgh

Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
City Centre
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh East and Musselburgh

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

WGM ENGINEERING

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=AUG393112
    Firbush Water Treatment Plant and System Servicing and Maintenance - The purpose of this Term Maintenance Contract will be to appoint a single supplier for comprehensive servicing and maintenance pertaining to the existing domestic water treatment plant and associated supply system that serves the Outdoor Activities Centre, Firbush. The contract will ensure that the equipment is maintained to the highest standard by trained, competent personnel; thus minimising any unscheduled downtime and improving reliability, whilst delivering optimum performance from the equipment. This procurement will be conducted via the Public Contracts Scotland - Tender portal (PCS-T). We will apply a one stage Open procedure. Bidders must self-certify their adherence to the conditions of participation via the ESPD (Scotland) in PCS-T, and may be required to submit Means of Proof before contract award. Bidders must refer to the specific requirements listed in the Section III in this Contract Notice when completing the ESPD in PCS-T.
  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=DEC403029
    Firbush Water Treatment Plant and System Servicing and Maintenance - The purpose of this Term Maintenance Contract is to appoint a single supplier for comprehensive servicing and maintenance pertaining to the existing domestic water treatment plant and associated supply system that serves the Outdoor Activities Centre, Firbush. The contract will ensure that the equipment is maintained to the highest standard by trained, competent personnel; thus minimising any unscheduled downtime and improving reliability, whilst delivering optimum performance from the equipment. This procurement has been conducted via the Public Contracts Scotland - Tender portal (PCS-T)via a one stage Open procedure.

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