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SEPA Bathing Water Signage Installation and Maintenance Framework

SCOTTISH ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION AGENCY

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Summary of the contracting process

The Scottish Environment Protection Agency (SEPA) has completed the procurement process for the "SEPA Bathing Water Signage Installation and Maintenance Framework," which falls under the environmental protection category. This open tender was based in Stirling, UK, and was designed to install Variable Message Signs (VMS) at various bathing waters throughout Scotland. The procurement method followed an open procedure, and the tender was awarded on 13 April 2022, with a total contract value of £120,000. The project entails decommissioning old signage, installing new signs, and performing ongoing maintenance, impacting 33 locations across 31 bathing waters.

This contract presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in environmental signage, infrastructure installation, and maintenance services. Companies that specialise in engineering, project management, and environmental services are well-positioned to compete for future contracts in similar framework agreements. Furthermore, firms that demonstrate experience with public works and compliance with environmental standards can leverage their qualifications to secure a foothold in this sector. With the emphasis on community benefits and sustainability, bidders should also consider how they can contribute positively to local environments during their project execution.

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Notice Title

SEPA Bathing Water Signage Installation and Maintenance Framework

Notice Description

SEPA install bathing water Variable Message Signs (VMS) to display the water quality at a number of locations throughout Scotland. SEPA undertake modelling which allows them to make a prediction of water quality for particular bathing waters for that day. A message is displayed on the message sign informing the public of the bathing conditions for that day. The signs are currently installed at their bathing water locations. SEPA currently has signs installed at 33 locations covering 31 bathing waters. A new sign type is being developed and some of these existing locations are to have the old signage removed and new sign plus associated infrastructure installed. The decommissioned signs are likely to redeployed at new locations. The successful contractor will be responsible for: - Decommissioning of existing signs and redundant signage infrastructure at locations where new signage is to be installed; - Installation of new signage including associated signage infrastructure - Re-installation of 'existing signage' at new locations including associated signage infrastructure - Ad hoc maintenance at sites

Lot Information

Lot 1

SEPA install bathing water Variable Message Signs (VMS) to display the water quality at a number of locations throughout Scotland. SEPA undertake modelling which allows them to make a prediction of water quality for particular bathing waters for that day. A message is displayed on the message sign informing the public of the bathing conditions for that day. The signs are currently installed at their bathing water locations. SEPA currently has signs installed at 33 locations covering 31 bathing waters. A new sign type is being developed and some of these existing locations are to have the old signage removed and new sign plus associated infrastructure installed. The decommissioned signs are likely to redeployed at new locations. The successful contractor will be responsible for: - Decommissioning of existing signs and redundant signage infrastructure at locations where new signage is to be installed; - Installation of new signage including associated signage infrastructure - Re-installation of 'existing signage' at new locations including associated signage infrastructure - Ad hoc maintenance at sites

Renewal: An initial period of 24months with the option to extend by a further 24 months in 12 month intervals

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000683493
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUL452960
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45000000 - Construction work

45100000 - Site preparation work

45111200 - Site preparation and clearance work

45113000 - Siteworks

45200000 - Works for complete or part construction and civil engineering work

45220000 - Engineering works and construction works

45223000 - Structures construction work

45310000 - Electrical installation work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£120,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£120,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£120,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Jul 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
2 Mar 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
13 Apr 20223 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
24 months before end of awarded framework

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SCOTTISH ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION AGENCY
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
supplier.communications@sepa.org.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1786457700

Buyer Location

Locality
STIRLING
Postcode
FK9 4TZ
Post Town
Falkirk and Stirling
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM0 Eastern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM02 Perth and Kinross, and Stirling
Delivery Location
TLM Scotland

Local Authority
Stirling
Electoral Ward
Stirling North
Westminster Constituency
Stirling and Strathallan

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BOYD BROTHERS (FAULDHOUSE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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