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Summary of the contracting process

The Orkney Islands Council is conducting a tender for the "Supply and Delivery of a Replacement Weighbridge," with key dates including a tender end date of 19 November 2021 and a contract being signed on 16 December 2021. This procurement, classified under goods, specifically pertains to the installation of a new weighbridge at the Council-owned Cursiter Quarry in Firth, Orkney. The procurement method employed is an open procedure, allowing for a competitive and transparent bidding process.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses, particularly those within the construction and heavy machinery sectors, to expand their market reach. Suppliers experienced in delivering and installing weighbridges or similar equipment will find this contract well-suited for participation. The requirement for installation expertise and adherence to specific regulations further indicates that both small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and larger contractors could effectively compete for this project.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Supply and Delivery of a Replacement Weighbridge

Notice Description

Orkney Islands Council has a requirement for the supply, delivery and installation of one new replacement weighbridge (on the basis of an outright purchase) at the Council owned Cursiter Quarry, Firth, Orkney.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Orkney Islands Council has a requirement for the supply, delivery and installation of one new replacement weighbridge (on the basis of an outright purchase) at the Council owned Cursiter Quarry, Firth, Orkney. Capacity required is a minimum of 50tonne Loadcells are required to integrate with bilancia D410 weighhead Installation: The existing weighbridge will be removed by Council operatives ahead of the installation work commencing. Following installation of the weighbridge, it must be no more than 20mm higher than the current weighbridge and there is no tolerance for a lower installation. Installation is preferred to be planned for a weekend period to enable the quarry to remain open Monday - Friday

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000672429
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN439076
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

42 - Industrial machinery

63 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services


CPV Codes

42923000 - Weighing machinery and scales

42923100 - Weighing machinery

63712500 - Weighbridge services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£31,650 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Jan 20224 years ago
Submission Deadline
19 Nov 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
16 Dec 20214 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Orkney Islands Council
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
KIRKWALL
Postcode
KW15 1NY
Postcode Area
Kirkwall
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM2 Highlands and Islands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM20 Highlands and Islands
Delivery Location
TLM65 Orkney Islands

Local Authority
Orkney Islands
Electoral Ward
Kirkwall East
Westminster Constituency
Orkney and Shetland

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

John White & Son (Weighing Machines) Ltd

Further Information

Notice Documents

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